Use of alternative methods of assessment during the COVID-19 pandemic is crucial due to the physical restrictions of lockdowns.  Telemedicine allows for remote consultation and injury assessment using electronic methods.  

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Exercise and physical activity induce physiological changes on many levels, the effects of which are best understood using a biopsychosocial approach.  The bidirectional relationship between exercise and Covid-19 can be further broken down into different components:
- Exercise/PA and COVID-19 by geographical location
- Exercise/PA and COVID-19 by demographics


Exercise/Physical Activity (PA) and Covid-19

Dijkstra HP, Ergen E, Holtzhausen L, Beasley I, Alonso JM, Geertsema L, Geertsema C, Nelis S, Ngai ASH, Stankovic I, Targett S, Andersen TE. Remote assessment in sport and exercise medicine (SEM): a narrative review and teleSEM solutions for and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic. Br. J. Sports Med. 2020. doi:10.1136/bjsports-2020-102650.

Remote assessment in sport and exercise medicine (SEM): a narrative review and teleSEM solutions for and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic

Exercise/PA and COVID-19 by geographical location

 - Age
- Race
- Ethnicity
- Gender
- Marital status
- Income
- Education
- Employment

Exercise/PA and COVID-19 by demographics

Exercise/PA and circadian rhythm are strongly related to each other, and further investigation into the relationship between exercise/PA, sleep, and COVID-19 could provide important insight into COVID-19 pathophysiology.

Exercise/PA and Circadian Rhythm in relation to COVID-19

Exercise/PA and Telemedicine in COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly affected individuals' exercise and physical activity (PA) behaviors. Pandemic-related restrictions and lockdowns altered daily routines, impacting the frequency and types of physical activity people engaged in. Furthermore, these sudden lifestyle changes posed unique challenges for various demographic groups, particularly high-risk populations and individuals with comorbidities who rely on regular physical activity for long-term health maintenance.

Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Exercise and Physical Activity

Regular exercise and physical activity (PA) confer physiological benefits that relate to the pathophysiology of COVID-19. These interactions involve multiple systems, including modulations of the immune response, metabolic adaptations such as protection against oxidative stress, and cardiovascular changes. Additionally, PA has implications for the expression of ACE2 in relation to COVID-19.

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