Occupational Physical Activity and Blood Pressure: The Role of Leisure Time Physical Activity and Sex Differences.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This study examined the association between occupational physical activity (OPA) and blood pressure (BP), with particular emphasis on sex differences and the moderating role of leisure-time physical activity (LTPA). Elucidating these relationships may support the development of tailored BP management strategies within occupational health contexts.

Methods

A total of 3,909 adults from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey were included in the analysis. Propensity score matching was employed to balance covariates between groups. Linear regression analyses were conducted to examine interactions between OPA and both systolic and diastolic BP, accounting for sex differences and LTPA levels.

Results

Among males with insufficient LTPA, OPA was

SUBMITTER: Kim SH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12929001 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature