Background <p>Menopause is a critical stage in a woman’s life that can influence posture, functional activity, and overall well-being. However, studies comparing these factors according to the duration of menopause, particularly in housewives, are scarce, highlighting the need for this research.</p> Objectives <p>The aim of this study was to compare posture and functional activity in early and late postmenopausal housewives.</p> Methodology <p>The study included 42 postmenopausal housewives aged between 50 and 65. They were divided into two groups based on the duration of menopause: early postmenopausal women (2–7 years, <i>n</i> = 21) and late postmenopausal women (8 or more years, <i>n</i> = 21). Both groups provided information on household chores and demographics. For posture evaluation, the New York Posture Rating (NYPR) was used. Depression levels were assessed using Beck’s Depression Inventory, and the quality of life was evaluated using the Nottingham Health Profile (NHP). Handgrip strength was measured using a JAMAR dynamometer for both the dominant and non-dominant hands. Functional activities were evaluated using the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test and the 5 Times Sit to Stand Test (5XSST).</p> Results <p>There were no significant differences between the groups in terms of demographic information and time spent on housework (<i>p</i> &gt; 0.05). While early postmenopausal women spent more time cleaning, late postmenopausal women were found to spend more time cooking (<i>p</i> &lt; 0.05). No significant differences were observed between the groups in the NYPR, Beck Depression Inventory, NHP, handgrip strength in both hands, TUG, and 5XSST (<i>p</i> &gt; 0.05).</p> Conclusions <p>This study found no significant difference in posture and functional activity between early and late postmenopausal housewives.</p>

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Comparison of posture and functional activity in early and late postmenopausal housewives

  • Beyzanur Beğenen Şavlı,
  • Çiğdem Yazıcı-Mutlu

摘要

Background

Menopause is a critical stage in a woman’s life that can influence posture, functional activity, and overall well-being. However, studies comparing these factors according to the duration of menopause, particularly in housewives, are scarce, highlighting the need for this research.

Objectives

The aim of this study was to compare posture and functional activity in early and late postmenopausal housewives.

Methodology

The study included 42 postmenopausal housewives aged between 50 and 65. They were divided into two groups based on the duration of menopause: early postmenopausal women (2–7 years, n = 21) and late postmenopausal women (8 or more years, n = 21). Both groups provided information on household chores and demographics. For posture evaluation, the New York Posture Rating (NYPR) was used. Depression levels were assessed using Beck’s Depression Inventory, and the quality of life was evaluated using the Nottingham Health Profile (NHP). Handgrip strength was measured using a JAMAR dynamometer for both the dominant and non-dominant hands. Functional activities were evaluated using the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test and the 5 Times Sit to Stand Test (5XSST).

Results

There were no significant differences between the groups in terms of demographic information and time spent on housework (p > 0.05). While early postmenopausal women spent more time cleaning, late postmenopausal women were found to spend more time cooking (p < 0.05). No significant differences were observed between the groups in the NYPR, Beck Depression Inventory, NHP, handgrip strength in both hands, TUG, and 5XSST (p > 0.05).

Conclusions

This study found no significant difference in posture and functional activity between early and late postmenopausal housewives.