Comparison of functional performance and physical activity levels between individuals with and without leprosy

Authors

  • Indira dos Santos Silva Department of Physical Education, Federal University of Vale do São Francisco (UNIVASF), Petrolina, Pernambuco, Brazil http://orcid.org/0000-0001-7210-8457
  • Bruno Remigio Cavalcante Associated Graduate Program in Physical Education UPE-UFPB, University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil. http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6628-2894
  • José Fernando Vila Nova de Moraes Department of Physical Education, Federal University of Vale do São Francisco (UNIVASF), Petrolina, Pernambuco, Brazil; Graduated Program in Physical Education, Federal University of Vale do São Francisco, Petrolina, Pernambuco, Brazil http://orcid.org/0000-0002-7394-7700
  • Mariana Ferreira de Souza Department of Physical Education, Federal University of Vale do São Francisco (UNIVASF), Petrolina, Pernambuco, Brazil; Graduated Program in Physical Education, Federal University of Vale do São Francisco, Petrolina, Pernambuco, Brazil http://orcid.org/0000-0001-9390-2828

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5585/conssaude.v18n3.13859

Keywords:

Leprosy, Physical Functional Performance, Motor Activity.

Abstract

Introduction: Individuals with leprosy have poor musculoskeletal function and quality of life. However, whether the disease influences functional performance and physical activity is poorly understood. Aim: To compare the functional performance and physical activity levels between individuals with and without leprosy.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was composed of 60 individuals (30 with leprosy and 30 healthy age-matched controls) of both sexes. The degree of disability was assessed according the World Health Organization recommendations. A functional performance core battery and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity was obtained.

Results: Compared with control, individuals with leprosy presented poor functional performance. No between-group differences were observed for handgrip strength or moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (p>0.05). Additionally, the functional impairment was higher among leprosy individuals with disability (p<0.01).

Conclusion: Individuals with leprosy present functional impairment when compared to age-matched healthy controls, and this impairment is amplified as the disease worsens.

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Author Biography

Bruno Remigio Cavalcante, Associated Graduate Program in Physical Education UPE-UFPB, University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil.

Mestrado em andamento em EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA FESP - UPE - UFPB (Conceito CAPES 4). Universidade de Pernambuco, UPE, Brasil.

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2020-04-14

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Silva I dos S, Cavalcante BR, Moraes JFVN de, Souza MF de. Comparison of functional performance and physical activity levels between individuals with and without leprosy. Cons. Saúde [Internet]. 2020 Apr. 14 [cited 2024 Jul. 17];18(3):366-75. Available from: https://periodicos.uninove.br/saude/article/view/13859

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