Nível de atividade física, excesso de peso e qualidade de vida em amputados de membro inferior atendidos nas unidades básicas de saúde de Aracaju-SE

Abstract

Introduction: The increasing number of cases of lower limb loss is already recognized as a public health issue worldwide. Since amputation is potentially disabling, limiting, and leading to serious damage to functionality, it may alter the level of physical activity, nutritional status and quality of life of the individual. Objective: To evaluate the prevalence and association between the level of physical activity and excess weight and quality of life in lower limb amputees treated at the Basic Health Units of Aracaju, SE. Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional, quantitative study with a random sample of adult individuals of both sexes submitted to amputation of unilateral lower limbs. In the sample (n = 54), overweight (BMI and neck circumference), physical activity level (IPAQ short version) and quality of life (WHOQOL-Bref) were evaluated. For the statistical analysis, the chi-square test (categorical variables), t student and Mann-Whitney (numerical variables), and a regression model were used, with a value of p <0.05. Results: 74% of the sample was classified as insufficiently active, and the male sex was identified as the most active sample. There was a significant negative association between the level of physical activity and overweight, quality of life and amputation level. The insufficiently active ones presented higher indices of excess weight, higher level of amputation and low quality of life in comparison to the active individuals. Conclusion: The level of physical activity of amputees in a lower limb was associated with overweight and aspects of quality of life.