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Solid-organ transplant recipients often engage in high levels of physical activity, particularly job-related activities. Patients prefer less intense exercises, with employed individuals showing higher activity across all domains.

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Area of Science:

Transplantation Medicine
Rehabilitation Science
Public Health

Background:

Physical activity significantly enhances quality of life.
Understanding physical activity levels in solid-organ transplant recipients is crucial for post-transplant care.
Optimizing physical activity can aid recovery and long-term health outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the extent and patterns of physical activity in solid-organ transplant recipients.
To identify factors influencing physical activity levels in this patient population.

Main Methods:

The study included 106 solid-organ transplant recipients (kidney and liver predominant) in Warsaw.
The International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) long form was used to assess physical activity.
Data collection occurred in early 2021, with participants receiving education on physical activity.

Main Results:

Over half (57.5%) of transplant recipients reported high physical activity levels.
Job-related physical activity showed the highest mean scores.
Walking and moderate-intensity activities were common, while vigorous activity and housework had lower scores.

Conclusions:

Transplant recipients tend to engage in less strenuous physical activities.
Employed patients demonstrated higher physical activity levels across all assessed domains.
Tailored physical activity recommendations may benefit transplant recipients.