NÍVEL DE FUNCIONALIDADE EM MULHERES ADULTAS COM E SEM FIBROMIALGIA

Abstract

ABSTRACT | Background: Fibromyalgia (FM) is a clinical that manifests with generalized pain throughout the body, perceived mainly in the muscles. FM can also directly impact the physical activity level and functional performance. Objective: To evaluate the functional performance level in adult women with fibromyalgia. Methods: The sample consisted of women between 20 and 50 years old, matched for age, diagnosed with FM (Fibromyalgia Group, n=8) and without FM (Control Group, n=8). The following variables were evaluated: physical function (Sit and Stand Test 5x, Handgrip Strength by dynamometry and Timed Up and Go Test), functional performance (WHODAS 2.0), physical activity level (International Physical Activity Questionnaire - IPAQ short version) and pain ( Numerical Pain Scale - NRS). The Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ) was also applied to the Fibromyalgia Group. Statistical Analysis: Student’s t test or Mann-Whitney and Pearson Correlation. Results: The Fibromyalgia Group presented worse results in the tests of functional capacity and in the WHODAS 2.0 functionality score and similar energy expenditure in total physical activity, evaluated by the IPAQ, in comparison to the Control Group. Conclusion: Adult women with FM have worse physical function and functionality even with similar levels of physical activity when compared to healthy counterparts.