Editorial
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World J Gastroenterol. Mar 14, 2024; 30(10): 1261-1265
Published online Mar 14, 2024. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1261
Bridging the gap: Unveiling the crisis of physical inactivity in inflammatory bowel diseases
Remus Stafie, Ana-Maria Singeap, Adrian Rotaru, Carol Stanciu, Anca Trifan
Remus Stafie, Ana-Maria Singeap, Adrian Rotaru, Carol Stanciu, Anca Trifan, Department of Gastroenterology, Faculty of Medicine, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Iasi 700115, Romania
Remus Stafie, Ana-Maria Singeap, Adrian Rotaru, Carol Stanciu, Anca Trifan, Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, “St. Spiridon” University Hospital, Iasi 700111, Romania
Author contributions: Trifan A designed the editorial; Stafie R and Rotaru A wrote the paper; Singeap AM and Stanciu C revised the paper.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The authors declare having no conflicts of interest.
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Corresponding author: Ana-Maria Singeap, MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Gastroenterology, Faculty of Medicine, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, No. 16 Universitatii Street, Iasi 700115, Romania. singeapanamaria@gmail.com
Received: November 18, 2023
Peer-review started: November 18, 2023
First decision: January 5, 2024
Revised: January 17, 2024
Accepted: February 20, 2024
Article in press: February 20, 2024
Published online: March 14, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Physical inactivity is emerging as a widely acknowledged matter among inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients. The lack of physical activity (PA) can be attributed to concerns over the potential exacerbation of symptoms and misguided beliefs around the impact of exercise on IBD, thus increasing the susceptibility to comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease and mental health issues. This editorial argues in favor of including PA into the management of IBD, highlighting the reciprocal relationship between PA and the condition as well as the importance of healthcare providers educating patients, correcting misunderstandings, and customizing exercise regimens.