IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND MENTAL WELL-BEING AMONG POST COVID-19 PATIENTS IN ALWAR CITY, RAJASTHAN: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Author Name: 1. Mukesh Chand Meena

Volume/Issue: 07/01

Country: India

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/06.2026-59556365/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. Faculty of Nursing (Obstetrics & Gynaecology Nursing), Govt. College of Nursing, Tijara Alwar, Rajasthan, India.

ABSTRACT

Background: The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has emerged as one of the most significant global health crises in recent history. Beyond the acute infection, many individuals continue to experience long-term physical and psychological consequences after recovery. Reduced physical activity, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and impaired mental well-being are frequently reported among post-COVID-19 patients. Understanding these consequences is essential for planning rehabilitation services and improving quality of life. Objectives: To assess physical activity and mental well-being among post-COVID-19 patients and determine the impact of COVID-19 on these outcomes in Alwar City, Rajasthan. Methods: A quantitative descriptive cross-sectional research design was adopted. The study was conducted among 100 post-COVID-19 patients selected through non-probability convenient sampling. Data were collected using a structured demographic questionnaire, physical activity assessment tool, and Mental Well-Being Scale. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis. Results: Findings revealed that 36% of participants had good physical activity, 40% had average physical activity, and 24% had poor physical activity. Regarding mental well-being, 38% demonstrated above-average mental well-being, 48% had average mental well-being, 10% showed below-average mental well-being, and 4% exhibited very low mental well-being. Significant associations were found between physical activity and selected demographic variables including age, gender, occupation, family income, severity of COVID-19 infection, and history of past illness. Mental well-being showed significant association with education, occupation, and family income. Conclusion: COVID-19 has a substantial impact on both physical activity and mental well-being among post-COVID-19 patients. Structured rehabilitation programs, psychological counseling, and community-based support systems are recommended to enhance recovery and improve long-term outcomes.

Key words: COVID-19, Physical Activity, Mental Well-Being, Post-COVID Syndrome, Rehabilitation, Mental Health