The mediating role of physical activity and quality of life in the association between knee osteoarthritis-related symptoms and physical function of post-COVID patients in Metro Manila: a study protocol

Introduction Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic condition affecting joint function. Regular physical activity can enhance functional capacity and reduce pain. However, there is a scarcity of studies relating to knee OA during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly its impact on symptoms and quality...

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Main Authors: Donald Manlapaz, Jon Timothy Rivero, Eliana Caris Cabildo, Jeremy Christian Advincula, Marc Angelo Aquino, Miguel Gabriel De la Paz, Maria Paulina Duldulao, Andrea Amor Maravilla, Cyd Ahnilark Montera, Kent Stefon Tee
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author Donald Manlapaz
Jon Timothy Rivero
Eliana Caris Cabildo
Jeremy Christian Advincula
Marc Angelo Aquino
Miguel Gabriel De la Paz
Maria Paulina Duldulao
Andrea Amor Maravilla
Cyd Ahnilark Montera
Kent Stefon Tee
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Jon Timothy Rivero
Eliana Caris Cabildo
Jeremy Christian Advincula
Marc Angelo Aquino
Miguel Gabriel De la Paz
Maria Paulina Duldulao
Andrea Amor Maravilla
Cyd Ahnilark Montera
Kent Stefon Tee
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description Introduction Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic condition affecting joint function. Regular physical activity can enhance functional capacity and reduce pain. However, there is a scarcity of studies relating to knee OA during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly its impact on symptoms and quality of life.Methods This analytic cross-sectional study design will recruit participants aged 40 and above from Metro Manila with knee pain and COVID-19 history. The Filipino version of the Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score and International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form will be used to assess the mediating variables.Analysis The study will employ descriptive and regression analyses for data analysis and follow the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology statement for reporting the data.Ethics and dissemination This study has received ethical approval from the Ethics Review Committee of the College of Rehabilitation Sciences. Study results will be disseminated through peer-reviewed journal publications and conference presentations to ensure accessibility to healthcare professionals and stakeholders, contributing to the advancement of knee OA management in post-COVID settings.
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spelling doaj-art-211b19595983446fb8d17e28ec19b1e92025-01-27T06:55:09ZengBMJ Publishing GroupBMJ Open2044-60552025-01-0115110.1136/bmjopen-2024-088650The mediating role of physical activity and quality of life in the association between knee osteoarthritis-related symptoms and physical function of post-COVID patients in Metro Manila: a study protocolDonald Manlapaz0Jon Timothy Rivero1Eliana Caris Cabildo2Jeremy Christian Advincula3Marc Angelo Aquino4Miguel Gabriel De la Paz5Maria Paulina Duldulao6Andrea Amor Maravilla7Cyd Ahnilark Montera8Kent Stefon Tee91 Department of Physical Therapy-College of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines2 Physical Therapy, University of Santo Tomas College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines2 Physical Therapy, University of Santo Tomas College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines2 Physical Therapy, University of Santo Tomas College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines2 Physical Therapy, University of Santo Tomas College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines2 Physical Therapy, University of Santo Tomas College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines2 Physical Therapy, University of Santo Tomas College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines2 Physical Therapy, University of Santo Tomas College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines2 Physical Therapy, University of Santo Tomas College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines2 Physical Therapy, University of Santo Tomas College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesIntroduction Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic condition affecting joint function. Regular physical activity can enhance functional capacity and reduce pain. However, there is a scarcity of studies relating to knee OA during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly its impact on symptoms and quality of life.Methods This analytic cross-sectional study design will recruit participants aged 40 and above from Metro Manila with knee pain and COVID-19 history. The Filipino version of the Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score and International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form will be used to assess the mediating variables.Analysis The study will employ descriptive and regression analyses for data analysis and follow the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology statement for reporting the data.Ethics and dissemination This study has received ethical approval from the Ethics Review Committee of the College of Rehabilitation Sciences. Study results will be disseminated through peer-reviewed journal publications and conference presentations to ensure accessibility to healthcare professionals and stakeholders, contributing to the advancement of knee OA management in post-COVID settings.https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/1/e088650.full
spellingShingle Donald Manlapaz
Jon Timothy Rivero
Eliana Caris Cabildo
Jeremy Christian Advincula
Marc Angelo Aquino
Miguel Gabriel De la Paz
Maria Paulina Duldulao
Andrea Amor Maravilla
Cyd Ahnilark Montera
Kent Stefon Tee
The mediating role of physical activity and quality of life in the association between knee osteoarthritis-related symptoms and physical function of post-COVID patients in Metro Manila: a study protocol
BMJ Open
title The mediating role of physical activity and quality of life in the association between knee osteoarthritis-related symptoms and physical function of post-COVID patients in Metro Manila: a study protocol
title_full The mediating role of physical activity and quality of life in the association between knee osteoarthritis-related symptoms and physical function of post-COVID patients in Metro Manila: a study protocol
title_fullStr The mediating role of physical activity and quality of life in the association between knee osteoarthritis-related symptoms and physical function of post-COVID patients in Metro Manila: a study protocol
title_full_unstemmed The mediating role of physical activity and quality of life in the association between knee osteoarthritis-related symptoms and physical function of post-COVID patients in Metro Manila: a study protocol
title_short The mediating role of physical activity and quality of life in the association between knee osteoarthritis-related symptoms and physical function of post-COVID patients in Metro Manila: a study protocol
title_sort mediating role of physical activity and quality of life in the association between knee osteoarthritis related symptoms and physical function of post covid patients in metro manila a study protocol
url https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/1/e088650.full
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