Decreased daily exercise since the COVID-19 pandemic and the deterioration of health-related quality of life in the elderly population: a population-based cross-sectional study

Tamai, Katsuto; Terai, Hidetomi; Takahashi, Shinji; Katsuda, Hiroshi; Shimada, Naoki; Habibi, Hasibullah; Nakamura, Hiroaki

doi:10.1186/s12877-022-03316-9

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“…consumption of sugars/sweeteners decreased during the COVID-19 pandemic, in line with the study of Lahtisal in Finland[26].Physical activity declined during the COVID-19 quarantine period in older adults, which is consistent with the ndings of Tamai et al[27], Kapusta et al(7), Ammar et al(15),Emerson et al[28], Górnicka et al[29], and Yamada et al[30].Another result of our research was the decrease in sleep duration, in line with the study ofGórnicka et al in Poland (26) and Gupta et al in India[31]. However, a Chinese study reported a greater decrease in sleep duration[32].…”

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Changes in the Lifestyle of Older Adults in Khoy during the COVID-19 Era

Sherzavani,

Jahangiry,

Akbari

et al. 2024

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Background The susceptibility of older adults to the detrimental effects of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has accentuated the need for comprehensive understanding and targeted interventions. While quarantine measures serve as a protective strategy against the spread of the disease, they concurrently instigate significant alterations in lifestyle among this demographic. This study aims to scrutinize the nuanced changes in the lifestyle of older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing valuable insights for the development of intervention programs geared towards enhancing the quality of life for this vulnerable group. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted in January 2022 involving 337 older adults living in Khoy, West Azerbaijan, Iran. The recruitment of participants was carried out at public healthcare centers, employing a meticulous multi-stage sampling approach to ensure representative inclusion. The data collection process relied upon the utilization of the EHLC-COVID-19 questionnaire, a tool specifically developed by the University of Rome Tor Vergata. This questionnaire was designed to comprehensively capture and assess various aspects of the participants' experiences, behaviors, and lifestyle changes during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing a robust foundation for a nuanced analysis of the study's objectives. Results The average age of older adults was 69.9 ± 7.04 (range: 60–90) years, and 54.6% were females. Over a third (35%) of participants stated that their eating habits worsened during theCOVID-19 era. About 15% reported an increase in smoking, 22% reported a decrease in exercise frequency, and 12% reported a decline in sleep. The most commonly consumed food items included vegetables (59.6%) and fruits (54.0%), while the least common ones were sugars/sweeteners (31.8%) and carbonated drinks (31.5%). Conclusion In light of the discernible decline in the lifestyle of older adults in Khoy amidst the COVID-19 era, marked by an inclination towards a sedentary lifestyle, a modest adherence to the Mediterranean diet, and a surge in smoking habits, it becomes imperative to institute intervention programs aimed at enhancing the overall quality of life for this demographic. Proactive measures, encompassing health education, lifestyle modification initiatives, and support systems, can play a pivotal role in mitigating the adverse effects observed.

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Changes in the Lifestyle of Older Adults in Khoy during the COVID-19 Era

Sherzavani,

Jahangiry,

Akbari

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“…In Japan, COVID-19 vaccination was prioritized for elderly people aged ≥ 65 years. In Habikino City, elderly people were vaccinated against COVID-19 at one center [5].…”

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“…As a result, the response to the COVID-19 pandemic affected the physical activities and quality of life (QOL) of elderly people. Speci cally, the amount of physical activity decreased by 26.5% [4] and the health-related QOL (HRQOL) deteriorated in elderly people after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic [5].…”

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The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on going out, a critical activity of daily living, in the general elderly population

Uematsu¹,

Tamai²,

Terai³

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Background During the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, home quarantining and refraining from non-essential and non-urgent outings were enacted. The exact impact of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic on the activities of daily living (ADLs) in the general elderly population remains unclear. Thus, this study aimed to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the ability to go out, which is an important part of ADL, in the general elderly population. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted at a COVID-19 vaccination center in Habikino City, Osaka, Japan. Participants, aged ≥ 65 years, completed a questionnaire surveying general information, ADLs, presence of musculoskeletal symptoms, and quality of life at pre- and post-outbreak. Participants were classified into two groups based on their pre- and post-outbreak ability to go out: the Able-Able group comprised those who were able to go out before and after the pandemic, while the Able-Disabled group comprised those who had deteriorated in their ability to go out over the course of the pandemic. Univariate and multiple logistic regression analyses were performed to identify factors associated with the Able-Disabled group. Results Among 33,191 elderly people living in the city, 12,088 (36.4%) participated in this study. In total, 341 (2.8%) people could not go out even pre-pandemic and 346 (2.9%) patients lost the ability to go out during the course of the pandemic. Independent risk factors for membership in the Able-Disabled group were older age, male sex, high body mass index, decreased daily exercise or no exercise habits, and new-onset musculoskeletal symptoms (back and joint pain). Conclusions The current study included 36% of the general elderly population living in a Japanese city. In total, 2.9% had lost the ability to go out post-outbreak, and the total number of elderly people unable to go out had doubled within 2 years after the start of the pandemic. A vicious cycle could occur in which ADLs decline due to decreased physical activity and reduced frequency of outings. It may be important for elderly people to avoid decreasing the opportunities for daily exercise and going out to maintain their ADLs.

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“…Por mais que muitos estudos tenham apresentado que os idosos relataram níveis mais baixos de depressão, ansiedade e estresse, suas atividades físicas foram mais comprometidas durante o período da quarentena (YU; TOU; LOW, 2022). Segundo Tamai et al, (2022), a piora na qualidade de vida foi independentemente da idade, sexo, índice de massa corpórea e sintomas musculoesqueléticos. Entretanto, participantes acima de 45 anos tiveram 52% menos probabilidade de ter uma boa saúde física comparada aos participantes menores de 26 anos (HAWLADER et al, 2021).…”

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Aspecto biopsicossocial em idosos afetados pela COVID-19: fatores de risco e de proteção associados

Viana

Alves

Almeida

et al. 2023

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A população geriátrica foi altamente afetada pela pandemia da COVID-19, tornando-a ainda mais vulnerável devido as medidas de restrições implementadas. O presente trabalho de revisão sistemática de literatura buscou investigar as consequências do isolamento social na qualidade de vida de idosos acima de 60 anos durante a pandemia além de apontar os principais fatores de risco e proteção associados. Foram analisados 52 artigos selecionados a partir de uma busca bibliográfica em bases de dados (Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde, National Library of Medicine, EbscoHost e Google Scholar). Os resultados revelaram divergências entre os estudos sobre qual grupo, jovem, adulto ou idoso, sofreu mais negativamente os efeitos da pandemia. No entanto, a idade avançada foi considerada um fator agravante para a mortalidade pela COVID-19. A pandemia teve consequências graves nos idosos, como aumento nas taxas de suicídio, estresse, ansiedade, medo e piora nos quadros de demência e delirium. A atividade física foi comprometida durante a quarentena, levando ao aumento das taxas de sobrepeso, obesidade, colesterol e de doenças cardiovasculares.

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Decreased daily exercise since the COVID-19 pandemic and the deterioration of health-related quality of life in the elderly population: a population-based cross-sectional study

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Changes in the Lifestyle of Older Adults in Khoy during the COVID-19 Era

Changes in the Lifestyle of Older Adults in Khoy during the COVID-19 Era

The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on going out, a critical activity of daily living, in the general elderly population

Aspecto biopsicossocial em idosos afetados pela COVID-19: fatores de risco e de proteção associados

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