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Fatigue in osteoarthritis: a qualitative study.

J Denise Power1, Elizabeth M Badley, Melissa R French

  • 1Department of Public Health Sciences, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. dpower@uhnres.utoronto.ca

BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
|May 3, 2008
PubMed
Summary

Fatigue significantly impacts individuals with osteoarthritis (OA), affecting daily activities and mental health. Understanding and addressing OA fatigue is crucial for improving quality of life.

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Area of Science:

  • Rheumatology
  • Patient-Reported Outcomes
  • Chronic Disease Management

Background:

  • Fatigue is a disabling symptom in chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and lupus.
  • Fatigue in osteoarthritis (OA) is understudied, particularly in community-dwelling populations.
  • Previous research focused on OA patients in rheumatological care, a minority of those with OA.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the lived experience of fatigue in community-dwelling individuals with OA.
  • To identify factors contributing to and coping strategies for OA-related fatigue.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted 8 focus groups with 46 participants (mean age 72.3) with symptomatic hip or knee OA.
  • Utilized self-administered questionnaires assessing OA severity, depression, and fatigue.

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  • Analyzed transcribed focus group data to identify recurring themes.

    • Main Results:

    • Participants described fatigue as exhaustion, distinct from sleepiness, with both physical and mental components.
    • Factors influencing fatigue included OA pain, medications, aging, weather, and poor sleep.
    • Fatigue impacted physical function, social activities, and household chores; coping involved rest, exercise, and seeking assistance.

    Conclusions:

    • Individuals with OA experience significant fatigue that substantially affects their lives.
    • Further research is needed to understand OA fatigue and develop interventions.
    • Fatigue in OA warrants greater attention in clinical evaluation and management.