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Physical activity negatively associated with symptomatic dizziness: a cross-sectional study.
Jiqiang Zhu1, Xianfeng Li1, Dongxia Sun1
1Neurology, Beijing HuaSheng Rehabilitation Hospital, Beijing, 100071, China.
BMC Public Health
|April 23, 2025
Summary
Engaging in regular physical activity is linked to a lower prevalence of symptomatic dizziness in US adults. Both moderate and vigorous exercise showed a protective effect, suggesting activity may help manage dizziness.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Gerontology
Background:
- Dizziness is a common clinical complaint with an unclear association with physical activity levels.
- Understanding this relationship is crucial for public health initiatives and clinical management of dizziness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between physical activity levels and symptomatic dizziness in a large US adult population.
- To determine if different intensities of physical activity (sedentary, moderate, vigorous) have varying effects on dizziness prevalence.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the 1999-2004 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).
- Assessed physical activity and dizziness using validated questionnaires in 6815 adult participants.
- Employed multivariable logistic regression and stratified interaction analyses to examine the association.
Main Results:
- A significant negative association was found between physical activity and symptomatic dizziness.
- Both moderate-intensity (OR 0.76, p<0.001) and vigorous-intensity (OR 0.76, p=0.001) physical activity were associated with reduced dizziness prevalence.
- No significant statistical interaction was observed in subgroup analyses.
Conclusions:
- Physical activity demonstrates a protective association against symptomatic dizziness in the US adult population.
- Promoting physical activity may be a viable strategy for reducing dizziness prevalence.
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