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Headaches and Dizziness as Disabling, Persistent Symptoms in Patients with Long COVID-A National Multicentre Study

Mª Pilar Rodríguez-Pérez1, Patricia Sánchez-Herrera-Baeza1, Pilar Rodríguez-Ledo2

  • 1Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, King Juan Carlos University, Avenida de Atenas s/n., Alcorcon, 28922 Madrid, Spain.

Journal of Clinical Medicine
|October 14, 2022
PubMed

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Long COVID affects 15% of patients, causing moderate dependency and functional limitations. Neurological symptoms, older age, and time since diagnosis significantly impact recovery from Long COVID.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Long COVID impacts approximately 15% of coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) patients globally.
  • The long-term effects and influencing factors of Long COVID remain under-researched.
  • Understanding Long COVID is crucial for patient care and public health strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of persistent symptoms on Long COVID patients.
  • To identify clinical and socio-demographic variables associated with Long COVID outcomes.
  • To assess functional status and dependency levels in individuals with Long COVID.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive cross-sectional study design was employed.
  • Adult patients diagnosed with Long COVID from various Spanish regions participated.
  • Data collection occurred between April and July 2021, including functional status and dependency assessments.

Main Results:

  • Multivariate linear regression revealed significant predictors of dependence.
  • Older age, longer time since diagnosis, headaches, and dizziness were associated with increased dependence.
  • Functional status post-COVID demonstrated a significant positive correlation with the degree of dependence.

Conclusions:

  • Individuals with Long COVID often experience moderate dependency and functional limitations.
  • Neurological symptoms (dizziness, headaches) and advanced age correlate with higher dependency.
  • Increased time elapsed since diagnosis is linked to improved dependency status in Long COVID patients.

Keywords:
Long COVIDdisabilitydizzinessheadaches

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