Assessment of the association between postural changes in balance, physical activity and sleep disorders in individuals with moderate to very severe COPD

• Grant number: 20/08827-5
• Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Master
• Start date: December 01, 2020
• End date: November 30, 2022
• Field of knowledge: Health Sciences - Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy
• Principal Investigator: Celso Ricardo Fernandes de Carvalho
• Grantee: Caroline Maschio de Censo
• Host Institution: Faculdade de Medicina (FM). Universidade de São Paulo (USP). São Paulo , SP, Brazil

Abstract

Individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have a decline in lung function and tend to have a lower level of physical activity compared to young children. In addition, there is literature that shows that these damages affect the postural balance and the quality of sleep. Goals: To investigate an association between postural balance, such as sleep disorders, the level of physical activity and sedentary behavior in COPD. Methods: The first phase of the study deals with a cross-sectional study. They will be carried out in 2 non-consecutive visits; on the first day, an initial assessment of the investigation of comorbidities and questionnaires will be made to assess sleep quality (PSQI), differences (mMRC and CAT), anxiety and depression (HADS) and mood (Brunel). Individuals receive two accelerometers and a sleep and physical activity diary, which are returned within seven days. At this meeting, hold the Mini-BESTest and the balance platform (AMTI). Statistical analysis: With a prevalence of 40% (Oliveira et al, 2015), 70 patients are recruited to allow for possible changes during follow-up. The alpha value will be adjusted to 0.05 and the power to 0.8. A descriptive analysis of the phase 1 data will be performed using the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test. The association between the variables will go through the Pearson or Spearman correlation coefficient and the significance level of 5%. (AU)

Academic Publications

(References retrieved automatically from State of São Paulo Research Institutions)

CENSO, Caroline Maschio de. Assessment of the association between sleep disorders, postural balance and physical activity in individuals with moderate to very severe COPD. 2023. Master's Dissertation - Universidade de São Paulo (USP). Faculdade de Medicina (FM/SBD) São Paulo.