Impact of COVID-19 pandemic social restriction measures on people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases in the UK: a mixed-methods study.

Toby O SmithPippa BeldersonJack R Dainty Linda BirtKaren DurrantJacqueline R ChippingJordan TsigaridesMax YatesRupert HarwoodSarah WerryCaitlin Jade NotleyLee ShepstoneAlexander J MacGregor

Published in: BMJ open (2021)

People with RMDs reported a deterioration in symptoms when COVID-19 pandemic social restriction measures were enforced. This was worse for working-aged people. Consideration of this at-risk group, specifically for the promotion of physical activity, changing home-working practices and awareness of healthcare provision is important, as social restrictions continue in the UK.

Keyphrases

healthcare
physical activity
mental health
primary care
palliative care
sleep quality
health information
depressive symptoms