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Do psoriasis patients engage in vigorous physical activity?
Mina Amin1, Erica B Lee2, Tina Bhutani3
1School of Medicine, University of California, Riverside, USA.
Cutis
|May 3, 2018
Summary
Individuals with psoriasis are less likely to engage in vigorous physical activity. This finding highlights a potential barrier to cardiovascular disease prevention in psoriasis patients, necessitating further investigation into exercise participation.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Cardiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Psoriasis is linked to increased cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors and myocardial infarction.
- Regular physical activity is a known protective factor against coronary heart disease.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review existing literature and determine the likelihood of individuals with psoriasis participating in vigorous physical activity.
- To identify potential disparities in physical activity engagement among psoriasis patients.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review was conducted using PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases.
- Search terms included "psoriasis" and "physical activity".
- One study with sufficient data was included from 353 identified articles.
Main Results:
- Individuals diagnosed with psoriasis demonstrated a lower likelihood of engaging in vigorous physical activity compared to those without the condition.
- The review identified a single study that provided adequate data for analysis.
Conclusions:
- Psoriasis patients appear to be less inclined towards vigorous physical activity.
- Further research is essential to fully understand and address this relationship and its implications for cardiovascular health in psoriasis patients.
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