Exercise Preferences Are Different after Stroke
Joint Authors
Bernhardt, Julie A.
Churilov, Leonid
Banks, Geraldine
Cumming, Toby B.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-9, 9 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2011-07-21
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
9
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Objective.
To explore exercise preferences in stroke survivors and controls.
Methods.
A novel scale—the Exercise Preference Questionnaire—was developed for this study.
This questionnaire, together with established assessments of physical activities, mood, and quality of life, was completed in a single assessment session.
Results.
Twenty-three adult stroke survivors (mean age 63, 65% male) and 41 healthy controls (mean age 61, 66% male) participated.
The groups differed on 4 of the 5 a priori exercise preference factors: relative to controls, stroke survivors preferred exercise to be more structured, in a group, at a gym or fitness centre, and for exercises to be demonstrated.
Factor analysis yielded 6 data-driven factors, and these factors also differentiated stroke and control groups.
There was evidence that group differences were diminished when activity levels and psychological wellbeing were accounted for.
Individual variability in exercise preferences and reported barriers to exercise are outlined.
Conclusion.
Stroke survivors have different exercise preferences, and a better understanding of these preferences can be used to inform rehabilitation programs and increase adherence.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Banks, Geraldine& Bernhardt, Julie A.& Churilov, Leonid& Cumming, Toby B.. 2011. Exercise Preferences Are Different after Stroke. Stroke Research and Treatment،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-9.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Banks, Geraldine…[et al.]. Exercise Preferences Are Different after Stroke. Stroke Research and Treatment No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-9.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Banks, Geraldine& Bernhardt, Julie A.& Churilov, Leonid& Cumming, Toby B.. Exercise Preferences Are Different after Stroke. Stroke Research and Treatment. 2011. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-9.
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Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-505785