Article
Rheumatology
Daniel K. White, Jason Jakiela, Tom Bye, Jessica Aily, Dana Voinier
Summary: This scoping review aims to provide a basic overview of physical activity (PA), including terminology, the importance for adults with osteoarthritis (OA), and existing gaps in the literature. PA is defined as any energy expenditure from skeletal muscle above a resting level, and exercise is a planned, structured, and repetitive type of PA. Robust literature shows that PA has a modest protective effect on pain, functional limitation, and disability in OA, as well as positive effects on a range of outcomes in the general population. Recommendations for measurement instruments and metrics are provided.
JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Orthopedics
E. C. Bell, J. A. Wallis, A. J. Goff, K. M. Crossley, P. O'Halloran, C. J. Barton
Summary: This study investigated the effects of land-based exercise therapy on physical activity in people with knee osteoarthritis (KOA). The findings suggest that walking and mixed-exercise programs can improve physical activity in the short-term for KOA patients, while resistance-training alone does not have a significant impact. Combining resistance-training with education may increase physical activity in the medium-term, highlighting the importance of developing more effective long-term interventions for KOA patients.
OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE
(2022)
Review
Psychiatry
Ewelina Zyzniewska-Banaszak, Jolanta Kucharska-Mazur, Aleksandra Mazur
Summary: Physiotherapy in oncology is closely related to cancer treatment methods, influencing the physical and psychological well-being of patients through physical activity, yet challenges arise in implementing exercise in cancer patients.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
Matthew Willett, Carolyn Greig, Sally Fenton, David Rogers, Joan Duda, Alison Rushton
Summary: A theoretically informed physiotherapy intervention was proposed to improve PA adherence in patients with lower-limb OA by targeting patients' beliefs about their capabilities and providing psychosocial support and access to resources for PA maintenance post-discharge.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2021)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sameer Badri Al-Mhanna, Wan Syaheedah Wan Ghazali, Mahaneem Mohamed, Ali A. Rabaan, Eman Y. Santali, Jeehan H. Alestad, Enas Y. Santali, Sohaib Arshad, Naveed Ahmed, Hafeez Abiola Afolabi
Summary: Through a systematic review, this study found that physical activity has positive effects on immune markers, quality of life, and cancer-related fatigue (CRF) in cancer patients, improving their immunity and overall well-being.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Bethany D. D. Pester, Jihee Yoon, Jolin B. B. Yamin, Lauren Papianou, Robert R. R. Edwards, Samantha M. M. Meints
Summary: The goal of this comprehensive review was to synthesize recent literature on perioperative interventions targeting physical activity in spine surgery patients. The research in this area does not provide definitive conclusions. Post-surgical interventions may have better long-term outcomes than preoperative interventions, including disability reduction. Integrated treatment approaches including psychological interventions may complement exercise programs and maximize the benefits of exercise. Future research should focus on brief and accessible programs as well as both subjective and objective indices of physical activity.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Abigail J. Hall, Samantha Febrey, Victoria A. Goodwin
Summary: This study aimed to explore the evidence on physical interventions for people with advanced dementia, finding limited studies focusing on specific interventions for this population, with some showing potential benefits for physical outcomes. Future research should focus on determining the most effective and cost-effective interventions for this population.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Junjiang Sun, Magdalena Piernicka, Aneta Worska, Anna Szumilewicz
Summary: This systematic review analyzed the factors affecting maternal physical activity (PA) during pregnancy and proposed corresponding intervention measures. The results showed that factors such as education level, knowledge and skills, and media access had a positive impact on pregnant women's engagement in PA, while factors such as low education level, lack of knowledge and skills, low income, pregnancy discomforts, limited time, safety concerns, and societal perceptions acted as barriers. Family, colleagues/friends, and partners could either support or hinder PA. Recommendations were made to provide accessible information and resources for pregnant women, involve family members in interventions, and take global actions to promote an active lifestyle during pregnancy.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Rheumatology
Camille Daste, Quentin Kirren, Joulnar Akoum, Marie-Martine Lefevre-Colau, Francois Rannou, Christelle Nguyen
Summary: Physical activity is defined as movement generated by muscle contraction that can improve health status in individuals with osteoarthritis. Adapted physical activity is considered a first-line treatment for osteoarthritis, providing benefits such as pain reduction and improved mobility. Studies have shown that structured exercise programs for muscle strengthening and joint flexibility are core treatments with effects comparable to pharmacological interventions.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Susan Paudel, Alice J. Owen, Ben J. Smith
Summary: Leisure-time physical activity participation is minimal among Nepalese adults, with walking being the most common form. Men are more active than women, facing individual barriers such as lack of knowledge, skill, motivation, and engagement in sedentary screen activities. Interpersonal barriers include family responsibilities, lack of support, and fear of judgment.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Sarah E. Jones, Penny K. Campbell, Alexander J. Kimp, Kim Bennell, Nadine E. Foster, Trevor Russell, Rana S. Hinman
Summary: This study explored Australian physiotherapists' experiences with and perceptions of an e-learning program on best practice knee OA management, including telehealth delivery. Physiotherapists found the self-paced web-based modules valuable, benefited from practice sessions with pilot patients, and felt confident in delivering remote care after training. The comprehensive learning approach and patient information booklets were seen as effective, and the training consolidated existing OA management skills and enabled a switch to telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Rheumatology
Aleksandra R. Budarick, Rebecca F. Moyer
Summary: The study reviewed evidence published from the Osteoarthritis Initiative (OAI) linking physical activity with clinical, functional, and structural knee osteoarthritis outcomes. Positive effects of physical activity were consistently reported in clinical and functional outcomes, with limited impact on structural outcomes. The evidence maps generated serve as a framework for future investigations into the effects of physical activity on knee osteoarthritis.
CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jennifer J. Carr, Joyce Lalara, Gayangwa Lalara, Gwen Lalara, Bronwyn Daniels, Alan R. Clough, Anne Lowell, Ruth N. Barker
Summary: Physical activity has positive health implications for individuals with neurodegenerative diseases. The success of physical activity programs in culturally diverse populations depends on alignment with the participants' culture, lifestyle, and environmental context. Collaborating with Aboriginal families, researchers co-designed a program for individuals with Machado-Joseph disease in remote Australian communities, based on the families' knowledge and worldwide research findings.
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Monika Anna Mille, Jamie McClement, Susanne Lauer
Summary: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic disease that requires lifelong therapy in dogs. Physiotherapy plays an important role in reducing pain and improving mobility and quality of life. The authors propose a simple systematic approach, known as the Physiotherapy Pyramid, that prioritizes measures based on simplicity, cost effectiveness, and practicality to effectively manage canine OA.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Rehabilitation
Lindsey Brown-Taylor, Aaron Beckner, Katie E. Scaff, Julie M. Fritz, Michael J. Buys, Shardool Patel, Kim Bayless, Benjamin S. Brooke
Summary: This scoping review synthesized evidence from 30 studies on the relationship between physical therapy and opioid use. The studies found that early physical therapy may reduce subsequent opioid use, but results varied depending on the specific PT intervention. More research is needed to determine the impact of PT content and location on outcomes.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Rebecca Martland, Scott Teasdale, Robin M. Murray, Poonam Gardner-Sood, Shubulade Smith, Khalida Ismail, Zerrin Atakan, Kathryn Greenwood, Brendon Stubbs, Fiona Gaughran
Summary: This study found that patients with psychosis have poor dietary quality, low physical activity levels, and spend significant time sitting. Negative symptoms were associated with lower levels of physical activity and increased sedentary behavior. These findings highlight the importance of multidisciplinary lifestyle interventions targeted at improving eating habits and promoting physical activity among individuals with psychosis.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Lucas Melo Neves, Raphael Ritti-Dias, Valeria Juday, Raquel Marquesini, Aline Mendes Gerage, Gilberto Candido Laurentino, Renato Hoffmann Nunes, Brendon Stubbs, Carlos Ugrinowitsch
Summary: Brain atrophy, a decrease in brain volume, is associated with cognitive health in older adults. Insufficient moderate and vigorous physical activity (MVPA) has been linked to lower brain volume. This study found that meeting weekly MVPA recommendations helps preserve the volume of over 30 brain areas and structures in older adults. Additionally, cardiorespiratory fitness is an important predictor of brain volume preservation.
JOURNALS OF GERONTOLOGY SERIES A-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Wolfgang Marx, Sam H. Manger, Mark Blencowe, Greg Murray, Fiona Yan-Yee Ho, Sharon Lawn, James A. Blumenthal, Felipe Schuch, Brendon Stubbs, Anu Ruusunen, Hanna Demelash Desyibelew, Timothy G. Dinan, Felice Jacka, Arun Ravindran, Michael Berk, Adrienne O'Neil
Summary: This study aims to provide clinicians with evidence-based recommendations and implementation considerations for lifestyle-based mental health care for adults with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). The study conducted systematic literature searches and formed nine recommendations, including physical activity, relaxation techniques, work-directed interventions, sleep, and mindfulness-based therapies. The study also emphasized the importance of implementing this approach with input from allied health professionals and support networks, and delivering interventions using a biopsychosocial-cultural framework.
WORLD JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Toby O. Smith, Dawn Lockey, Helen Johnson, Lauren Rice, Jay Heard, Lisa Irving
Summary: This study synthesized qualitative evidence to explore the perspectives of people with dementia, their family, friends, carers, and healthcare professionals on pain management. The findings showed inequity in pain management for people with dementia, anxieties around cascading pain information, and the importance of familiarizing with the person's pain, preferences, routines, and behaviors for better pain management. Carers and healthcare professionals had conflicting opinions on the best treatment options, which may be attributed to poor training and understanding of pain management.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF PAIN
(2023)
Review
Sport Sciences
Andreas Heissel, Darlene Heinen, Luisa Leonie Brokmeier, Nora Skarabis, Maria Kangas, Davy Vancampfort, Brendon Stubbs, Joseph Firth, Philip B. Ward, Simon Rosenbaum, Mats Hallgren, Felipe Schuch
Summary: A systematic review and meta-analysis found that exercise is effective in treating depression and depressive symptoms, and should be considered as a viable treatment option. Beneficial exercise interventions include supervised and group exercise, with a focus on moderate intensity and aerobic exercise. However, the small sample sizes of many studies and high heterogeneity in methods should be taken into account when interpreting the results.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Marco Solmi, Trevor Thompson, Andres Estrade, Agorastos Agorastos, Joaquim Radua, Samuele Cortese, Elena Dragioti, Friedrich Leisch, Davy Vancampfort, Lau Caspar Thygesen, Harald Aschauer, Monika Schloegelhofer, Elena Aschauer, Andres Schneeberger, Christian G. Huber, Gregor Hasler, Philippe Conus, Kim Q. Do Cuenod, Roland von Kaenel, Gonzalo Arrondo, Paolo Fusar-Poli, Philip Gorwood, Pierre-Michel Llorca, Marie-Odile Krebs, Elisabetta Scanferla, Taishiro Kishimoto, Golam Rabbani, Karolina Skonieczna-Zydecka, Paolo Brambilla, Angela Favaro, Akihiro Takamiya, Leonardo Zoccante, Marco Colizzi, Julie Bourgin, Karol Kaminski, Maryam Moghadasin, Soraya Seedat, Evan Matthews, John Wells, Emilia Vassilopoulou, Ary Gadelha, Kuan-Pin Su, Jun Soo Kwon, Minah Kim, Tae Young Lee, Oleg Papsuev, Denisa Mankova, Andrea Boscutti, Cristiano Gerunda, Diego Saccon, Elena Righi, Francesco Monaco, Giovanni Croatto, Guido Cereda, Jacopo Demurtas, Natascia Brondino, Nicola Veronese, Paolo Enrico, Pierluigi Politi, Valentina Ciappolino, Andrea Pfennig, Andreas Bechdolf, Andreas Meyer-Lindenberg, Kai G. Kahl, Katharina Domschke, Michael Bauer, Nikolaos Koutsouleris, Sibylle Winter, Stefan Borgwardt, Istvan Bitter, Judit Balazs, Pal Czobor, Zsolt Unoka, Dimitris Mavridis, Konstantinos Tsamakis, Vasilios P. Bozikas, Chavit Tunvirachaisakul, Michael Maes, Teerayuth Rungnirundorn, Thitiporn Supasitthumrong, Ariful Haque, Andre R. Brunoni, Carlos Gustavo Costardi, Felipe Barreto Schuch, Guilherme Polanczyk, Jhoanne Merlyn Luiz, Lais Fonseca, Luana V. Aparicio, Samira S. Valvassori, Merete Nordentoft, Per Vendsborg, Sofie Have Hoffmann, Jihed Sehli, Norman Sartorius, Sabina Heuss, Daniel Guinart, Jane Hamilton, John Kane, Jose Rubio, Michael Sand, Ai Koyanagi, Aleix Solanes, Alvaro Andreu-Bernabeu, Antonia San Jose Caceres, Celso Arango, Covadonga M. Diaz-Caneja, Diego Hidalgo-Mazzei, Eduard Vieta, Javier Gonzalez-Penas, Lydia Fortea, Mara Parellada, Miquel A. Fullana, Norma Verdolini, Eva Andrlikova, Karolina Janku, Mark John Millan, Mihaela Honciuc, Anna Moniuszko-Malinowska, Igor Loniewski, Jerzy Samochowiec, Lukasz Kiszkiel, Maria Marlicz, Pawel Sowa, Wojciech Marlicz, Georgina Spies, Brendon Stubbs, Joseph Firth, Sarah Sullivan, Asli Enez Darcin, Hatice Aksu, Nesrin Dilbaz, Onur Noyan, Momoko Kitazawa, Shunya Kurokawa, Yuki Tazawa, Alejandro Anselmi, Cecilia Cracco, Ana Ines Machado, Natalia Estrade, Diego De Leo, Jackie Curtis, Michael Berk, Philip Ward, Scott Teasdale, Simon Rosenbaum, Wolfgang Marx, Adrian Vasile Horodnic, Liviu Oprea, Ovidiu Alexinschi, Petru Ifteni, Serban Turliuc, Tudor Ciuhodaru, Alexandra Bolos, Valentin Matei, Dorien H. Nieman, Iris Sommer, Jim van Os, Therese van Amelsvoort, Ching-Fang Sun, Ta-wei Guu, Can Jiao, Jieting Zhang, Jialin Fan, Liye Zou, Xin Yu, Xinli Chi, Philippe de Timary, Ruud van Winkel, Bernardo Ng, Edilberto Pena, Ramon Arellano, Raquel Roman, Thelma Sanchez, Larisa Movina, Pedro Morgado, Sofia Brissos, Oleg Aizberg, Anna Mosina, Damir Krinitski, James Mugisha, Dena Sadeghi-Bahmani, Farshad Sheybani, Masoud Sadeghi, Samira Hadi, Serge Brand, Antonia Errazuriz, Nicolas Crossley, Dragana Ignjatovic Ristic, Carlos Lopez-Jaramillo, Dimitris Efthymiou, Praveenlal Kuttichira, Roy Abraham Kallivayalil, Afzal Javed, Muhammad Iqbal Afridi, Bawo James, Omonefe Joy Seb-Akahomen, Jess Fiedorowicz, Andre F. Carvalho, Jeff Daskalakis, Lakshmi N. Yatham, Lin Yang, Tarek Okasha, Aicha Dahdouh, Bjoern Gerdle, Jari Tiihonen, Jae Il Shin, Jinhee Lee, Ahmed Mhalla, Lotfi Gaha, Takoua Brahim, Kuanysh Altynbekov, Nikolay Negay, Saltanat Nurmagambetova, Yasser Abu Jamei, Mark Weiser, Christoph U. Correll
Summary: The COH-FIT survey is a valid instrument to measure global mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study confirmed the validity of COH-FIT items and the internal reliability of the co-primary outcome, the P-score. The survey has been translated into 30 languages and measures various mental health symptoms and factors.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Toby Smith, Michael Mansfield, Sarah Hanson, Allie Welsh, Reema Khoury, Allan Clark, Emma Dures, Jo Adams
Summary: This study examines the use of informal support among people with chronic pain. The results show that individuals who receive informal care are primarily female, older, and have multiple medical conditions. The informal care provided often involves everyday activities and is most frequently provided by partners or children. Despite reporting greater disability and symptoms, there were no differences in health status, loneliness, or well-being between those who received care and those who did not.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF PAIN
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Nathalie Swinnen, Eling D. de Bruin, Vania Guimaraes, Chantal Dumoulin, Jacqueline De Jong, Riekje Akkerman, Mathieu Vandenbulcke, Brendon Stubbs, Davy Vancampfort
Summary: The study aims to explore the feasibility of using an exergame prototype for individuals with major neurocognitive disorder (MNCD) residing in a long-term care facility. The results suggest that the exergame prototype is accepted by individuals with MNCD and can have positive effects when they receive extensive guidance.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Garcia Ashdown-Franks, Catherine M. Sabiston, Brendon Stubbs, Michael Atkinson, Helen Quirk, Alice Bullas, Steve Haake
Summary: Engagement in recreational activities has positive impacts on the physical and mental health of individuals with mental health conditions. The study explores the impact of recreational-based volunteering, specifically parkrun, on the health, social, and wellbeing of individuals with mental health conditions. Results show that participating in both running/walking and volunteering at parkrun leads to a stronger sense of community and facilitates meeting new people compared to solely participating in running/walking. These findings highlight the importance of the volunteer aspect in recreational activities for individuals' recovery and well-being.
PSYCHOLOGY HEALTH & MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Eleonora Iob, Jean-Baptiste R. Pingault, Marcus R. Munafo, Brendon S. Stubbs, Mark S. X. Gilthorpe, Adam X. Maihofer, Andrea Danese
Summary: Observational studies suggest that physical activity can reduce the risk of mental health and substance use disorders. The bidirectional causal relationship of physical activity and sedentary behaviour with various mental health and substance use disorders was investigated using two-sample Mendelian Randomisation. The results indicated that physical activity was associated with a lower risk of depression and cigarette smoking, while sedentary behaviour decreased the risk of anorexia and schizophrenia.
MOLECULAR PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Nikeysha Bell, Gayan Perera, David Chandran, Brendon Stubbs, Fiona Gaughran, Robert Stewart
Summary: This study investigated the factors associated with the recording of HbA1c in individuals with first diagnoses of serious mental illness (SMI) and the factors associated with HbA1c levels when recorded. The study found a relatively low level of HbA1c recording, though it has increased over time, and text extraction has improved diagnostic accuracy. Therefore, it is important to improve routine monitoring of dysglycaemia in these high-risk disorders.
Article
Orthopedics
T. O. Smith, J. Dainty, D. T. Loveday, A. Toms, A. J. Goldberg, L. Watts, M. W. Pennington, J. Dawson, J. van der Meulen, A. J. MacGregor
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the 12-month outcomes of patients undergoing total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) and analyze the predictors of these outcomes. The results showed significant improvements in patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) at 6 and 12 months after TAA compared to preoperative scores. The study also found that the most improvement occurred between preoperative and 6 months postoperative, with little further improvement at 12 months. Older age and more advanced radiological signs of ankle osteoarthritis at baseline were associated with greater improvements in PROMs. These findings provide important information for counseling younger patients and those with earlier ankle disease on the expectations of TAA.
BONE & JOINT JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Toby O. Smith, S. Langford, K. Ward, R. Gray
Summary: This study used data from the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing (ELSA) to determine the provision and changes in unpaid care for people following hip fracture over time. The results showed an increase in the number of participants requiring unpaid care after the fracture, which then plateaued in the subsequent data collection waves. While spouses and daughters provided the most unpaid care, there was an increase in support from sons, daughters, friends, and siblings during the fracture period.
EUROPEAN GERIATRIC MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Sport Sciences
Andreas Heissel, Darlene Heinen, Luisa Leonie Brokmeier, Nora Skarabis, Maria Kangas, Davy Vancampfort, Brendon Stubbs, Joseph Firth, Philip B. Ward, Simon Rosenbaum, Mats Hallgren, Felipe Schuch
Summary: This study examined the efficacy of exercise in treating depression and depressive symptoms, and found significant effects of exercise interventions on improving depressive symptoms. Additionally, supervised exercise interventions and higher intensity aerobic exercise showed more significant improvements in depressive symptoms.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Rheumatology
Toby Smith, Gurpreet Singh, George Mcnamee, Christopher Newton
Summary: This study investigated the current practices for discharging people with low back pain (LBP) from physiotherapy services in the UK. Majority of physiotherapists used a shared decision-making and person-physiotherapist goal attainment approach to discharge patients with LBP. Some suggested that using a patient-initiated follow-up or graded discharge approach may be more suitable for patients at higher risk of pain flare or with low self-efficacy.
MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE
(2024)
