Association between physical activity and nocturia: A cross-sectional study using National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2007-2016.

ABSTRACT: BackgroundLifestyle modification is widely recognized as the primary strategy for managing nocturia; however, the association between physical activity and nocturia remains unclear. This study aimed to examine this relationship.MethodsWe analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey conducted between 2007 and 2016. Physical activity and nocturia frequency were assessed using questionnaires. Weighted logistic regression was applied to evaluate their association.ResultsAmong 25,184 participants, 31.1% reported no nocturia episodes, 55.2% had one to two episodes, 11.6% had three to four episodes, and 2.1% had five or more episodes. Physical activity levels differed significantly across groups. After adjustment for multiple variables, vigorous physical activity was as

SUBMITTER: Qiang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12615954 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature