Author :
Lula Said, Rudy B Rodriguez, Neha Yza, Renee Manake, Akhila N Thota, Shristi Kumar, Lula Said, Rudy B Rodriguez, Neha Yza, Renee Manake, Akhila N Thota, Shristi Kumari
Volume :
12
Issue :
4
Abstract :
Introduction: Myocardial infarction is a leading cause of mortality and morbidity in the United States. Physical activity plays a crucial role in prevention and reduction of debilitating effects of Myocardial infarction (MI). It also decreases the incidence of coronary artery disease (CAD) and reduces symptoms in patients with established cardiovascular disease. It also reduces the chances of further attacks and complications associated with myocardial infarction. Aim: The aim is to analyse the factors affecting prevalence of physical activity among patients with a history of myocardial infarction. Materials and Methods: A retrospective study is conducted using data from the Behavioural Risk Factor Surveillance System database (BRFSS WEAT) database for the year 2021. Participants were categorized based on self-reported MI history. Their physical activity levels were measured using standard survey questions. We used statistical analysis for differences in age, gender, race, income and other health problems.Results: Based on the statistical analysis, the prevalence of physical activity was highest with the following demographic parameters: - Age group-65 years (60.4%), male gender (65.1%), white non-Hispanic race (62%), advanced education state(66.8%), not employed status(57.7%) and low income levels(54.5%). Among participants who had a health check-up within past one year, the prevalence was higher in those who did not have a history of myocardial infarction (75.8%). Conclusions: Despite physical activity being an important parameter for maintaining good health in MI patients, the prevalence of it in MI patients is sub-optimal. Therefore, it is essential to evaluate the factors affecting the prevalence of physical activity and identify areas that require intervention to improve quality of life in MI patients.
Keyword :
Myocardial infarction, Physical activity, United States, BRFSS database.