Physical activity in nursing homes - Barriers and facilitators: A Cross-sectional study
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Purpose: To explore different institutional barriers to and facilitators of physical activity (PA) in nursing homes. Methods: Cross-sectional survey of 40 German nursing homes and 217 nursing-home residents (NHRs; M ± SD age 80 ± 10.2 yr, 55% women, MMSE ≥20). Quantitative data were collected on the structural characteristics of nursing homes and the PA services available. Results: Forms of exercise available were not adequately communicated to residents. Overall participation was below 50%. Awareness was significantly higher in residents with informed relatives (p =.003). A broad range of forms of exercise was generally available (M ± SD 5 ± 2.22, range 0-10), but they were rarely tailored to NHRs' needs and their effectiveness remains questionable. Conclusion: Multidimensional opportunities to promote PA in NHRs are identified.
| Original language | English |
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| Journal | Journal of Aging and Physical Activity |
| Volume | 20 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| Pages (from-to) | 421-441 |
| Number of pages | 21 |
| ISSN | 1063-8652 |
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| Publication status | Published - 10.2012 |
- Health sciences - Body movement, Exercise, Institution