Naslov
Prevalence of certain chronic diseases sensitive to kinesiological treatment in physically active vs inactive postmenopausal women

Autori
Rakovac, Marija ; Barić, Renata ; Heimer, Stjepan

Izvornik
Kinesiology, International Journal of Fundamental and Applied Kinesiology (1331-1441) 39 (2007), 2; 124-130

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
physical activity; chronic non-communicable diseases; postmenopausal period

Sažetak
The aim of the study was to investigate the differences between the prevalence of certain diseases sensitive to kinesiological treatment in physically active and inactive women aged 50 to 65. A total of 214 Caucasian urban women responded to the questionnaire on their health status. 111 women had been participating in aerobic classes 2-4 times a week for at least 5 years, while 103 women had never been involved in regular physical activity. The women were asked if they had been diagnosed with any of the following non-communicable diseases or health conditions: bone loss, coronary heart disease, heart arrhythmia, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, chronic low back pain, functional limitations of joints, anxiety, and depression. A statistically significant difference in the prevalence of two diseases was found. A significantly lower number of active women reported symptoms of heart arrhythmia (&#967; 2= 4.36, p < 0.05) and anxiety (&#967; 2 = 6.77, p < 0.01). The results of the investigation showed a significant difference between physically active and inactive postmenopausal women in two health conditions. Fewer active women reported heart arrhythmia and anxiety symptoms.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Javno zdravstvo i zdravstvena zaštita

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