Physical Activity and Serum Biomarkers in Older Women with Cardiovascular Disease Experiencing Fatigue
Author Information
Author(s): Shakya Shamatree, Tintle Nathan, Sharp Lisa, Halloway Shannon
Primary Institution: University of Illinois Chicago
Hypothesis
Differences in physical activity and serum biomarkers exist in women with cardiovascular disease experiencing fatigue.
Conclusion
Women with cardiovascular disease who experience fatigue engage in less physical activity.
Supporting Evidence
- Fatigue was prevalent in 17% of participants.
- There were significantly fewer daily minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity in those experiencing fatigue.
- Lower daily step count was observed in women experiencing fatigue.
Takeaway
Older women with heart problems who feel tired don't move around as much as those who don't feel tired.
Methodology
Cross-sectional study using accelerometer measures and serum biomarker assessments.
Limitations
The study did not find significant associations between physical activity variables and fatigue after adjusting for sociodemographic characteristics.
Participant Demographics
Older women (≥ 65 years) with cardiovascular disease.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.0005
Statistical Significance
p=0.0005
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