The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Physical Activity, Function, and Quality of Life
Catherine M. Said, Frances Batchelor, Gustavo Duque
Abstract
It is now more than 2 years since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has affected people around the globe, particularly older persons, who are at the highest risk of severe disease. In addition, many of those who survive will have symptoms that persist after the initial infection. COVID-19 infection severely affects function and mobility through its impact on the musculoskeletal system. This article focuses on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on physical activity in older people and subsequent effects and implications for function and quality of life.
Topics & Concepts
PandemicMedicineCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)Quality of life (healthcare)2019-20 coronavirus outbreakFunction (biology)GerontologyPhysical activitySevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)NursingPhysical medicine and rehabilitationDiseaseVirologyInfectious disease (medical specialty)PathologyOutbreakBiologyEvolutionary biologyLong-Term Effects of COVID-19Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome ResearchDiabetic Foot Ulcer Assessment and Management