Comparative study of physical activity of hypertensives and normotensives: a cross-sectional study of adults in Saudi Arabia
Journal of Family and Community Medicine. 2012; 19 (3): 162-166
in English
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ABSTRACT
quantify the magnitude of the disease and its risk factors. The patterns of physical activity have not been studied in terms of their being a risk factor or a predictor of hypertension in Saudi Arabia. This was a community-based cross-sectional study using the STEP-wise approach of adults and Q a multistage, stratified, cluster random sample. Data were collected using a questionnaire which included sociodemographics, blood pressure, patterns, levels and duration of physical activity. Of a total DC of 4758, 1213 [25.5%] were hypertensives. Hypertension was significantly negatively associated with total Vl. levels and duration of physical activity in leisure, transport, and work. Significant predictors of hypertension Q] included lower levels of work involving a moderate physical activity for 10 min, walking/cycling for 10 min leisure time. Hypertension is prevalent among adults; physical inactivity is a significant risk factor and predictor. Targeting this modifiable risk factor can help in prevention, early diagnosis, and control
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IMEMR (Eastern Mediterranean)
Type of study:
Prevalence study
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Screening study
Language:
English
Journal:
J. Fam. Community Med.
Year:
2012
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