The Exercise Experience in Adults with Arthritis: a Qualitative Approach.
From: Institute for Health Research and Policy, University of Illinois at Chicago, 1747 Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL 60608, USA. cderanan@uic.edu
American journal of health behavior
- Publish Date:
- ISSN: 1087-3244
- Volume: 30
- Issue: 6
- Pages: 731-44
- Medium: Print
- Language: English
- Citation (JAMA): Der Ananian Cheryl A, Wilcox Sara, Abbott Jill, et al. The Exercise Experience in Adults with Arthritis: a Qualitative Approach.. ;30:731-44
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To examine perceptions of exercise prior to arthritis, the ways in which arthritis affects exercise behavior, and current exercise behaviors in people with arthritis. METHODS: Qualitative analyses were used to identify themes in 12 focus groups segmented by exercise status, education, and race. RESULTS: Non exercisers identified arthritis as a factor in exercise cessation. Exercisers described making changes in type, duration, intensity, and approach to exercise after diagnosis. Exercisers also described participating in a wide range of activities, whereas nonexercisers primarily cited walking. CONCLUSIONS: Intervention and marketing strategies should focus on different capabilities of exercisers and nonexercisers to modify exercise routines to accommodate arthritis.
Mesh Headings (Keywords): Adult, Aged, Arthritis, Exercise, Female, Focus Groups, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Qualitative Research, South Carolina
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