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Energy cost determination using a portable accelerometer.

J A Balogun, N T Farina, E Fay

    Physical Therapy
    |July 1, 1986
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    Area of Science:

    • Physical therapy
    • Occupational health
    • Sports science

    Background:

    • Physical therapists (PTs) engage in physically demanding work.
    • Quantifying physical activity levels is crucial for understanding PT workload and potential health implications.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To measure the physical activity and energy expenditure of physical therapists during their clinical practice.
    • To assess variations in physical activity across different clinical facilities.

    Main Methods:

    • Nineteen physical therapists wore accelerometers for two work shifts.
    • Accelerometer data were converted to oxygen consumption (VO2) and energy expenditure (kcal) using regression equations.
    • Statistical analyses, including ANOVA, were used to compare data between facilities.

    Main Results:

    • Physical therapists expended between 933.6 and 1,689.6 kcal per shift.
    • Significant differences were observed in weight, mean accelerometer readings, and estimated VO2 (L x min-1) between facilities.
    • No significant differences in VO2 (mL x kg-1 x min-1) were found when normalized for body weight.

    Conclusions:

    • Physical therapists exhibit considerable energy expenditure during clinical practice.
    • While raw physical activity measures varied, normalized energy expenditure was consistent across facilities, suggesting body weight is a key factor.
    • Findings highlight the importance of considering PT workload and individual physiological factors.

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