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Anaerobic-to-aerobic power ratio in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis

Marco van Brussel1, Lieke van Doren, Brian W Timmons

  • 1Wilhelmina Children's Hospital, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands.

Arthritis and Rheumatism
|May 30, 2009
PubMed

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Children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) show similar anaerobic-to-aerobic power ratios compared to healthy peers. Exercise interventions combining anaerobic and aerobic training may benefit children with JIA.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Rheumatology
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Sports Medicine

Background:

  • Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) can impact physical function.
  • Understanding energy system development in JIA is crucial for rehabilitation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the anaerobic-to-aerobic power ratio in children with JIA versus healthy controls.
  • To investigate factors influencing this ratio in pediatric populations.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study involving 62 children with JIA and 50 healthy children.
  • Anaerobic power assessed via Wingate Anaerobic Exercise Test.
  • Aerobic power measured using cardiopulmonary exercise testing.

Main Results:

  • No statistically significant differences in mean or peak anaerobic-to-aerobic power ratios were found between children with JIA and healthy peers.
  • These findings remained consistent after adjusting for age, height, and body mass.
  • No significant differences were observed across JIA onset types, sexes, or between JIA patients and controls over time.

Conclusions:

  • The development of the anaerobic-to-aerobic power ratio is comparable in children with JIA and healthy children.
  • Interval training for anaerobic capacity and aerobic exercise training are recommended for JIA management.
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