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The Aftermath of COVID-19 Lockdown on Daily Life Activities in Orthopaedic Patients

Pietro Persiani1, Daniele De Meo1, Elettra Giannini1

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology, Policlinico Umberto I Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, 00185, Italy.

Journal of Pain Research
|March 10, 2021
PubMed

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The COVID-19 lockdown significantly reduced physical activity and increased sedentary lifestyles among orthopedic patients. This led to worsening pain and necessitated adjustments in treatment plans for many.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated global lockdowns, significantly altering daily routines.
  • Previous research has explored the psychosocial impacts of these lockdowns.
  • The specific effects on orthopedic patients' daily habits remained less understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of the COVID-19 lockdown on the daily life habits of patients with orthopedic conditions.
  • To assess changes in lifestyle, pain levels, and treatment adherence during the lockdown period.

Main Methods:

  • A survey of 292 orthopedic patients was conducted by Sapienza University of Rome.
  • Data collection occurred approximately 30 days after the Italian lockdown began, spanning April 17th to May 18th.
  • The survey included 19 items assessing lifestyle changes, pain, and treatment, stratified by demographics and condition specifics.

Main Results:

  • Physical activity significantly decreased (p <0.001), while sedentary behavior increased (p <0.001).
  • Patients reported a statistically significant increase in pain (p <0.001) and a need to adjust pharmacological treatments (p <0.001).
  • Worsening of underlying conditions was reported by 55.48%, with 53.77% needing further clinical evaluation.

Conclusions:

  • The COVID-19 lockdown profoundly impacted orthopedic patients' lifestyles, leading to increased pain and altered treatment needs.
  • Sudden lifestyle changes during the pandemic negatively affected patient perception and management of orthopedic pathologies.
  • Findings highlight the need for tailored support and management strategies for orthopedic patients during public health crises.
Abstract

Keywords:
SARS-CoV-2lockdownmusculoskeletal painorthopaedic pathologypandemic

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