Physical activity interventions implemented for older people in sub-Saharan Africa: protocol for a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The global population of older people (OP) is on an upward trajectory, with predictions that the number of OP would surpass the population of younger people by 2050. In sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), death from infectious diseases in the younger population and lower fertility rates are influencing a double burden contributing to an exponential growth in the ageing population. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading cause of mortality and disability in the population of OP in SSA. Physical activity (PA) has been proven to have positive benefits in reducing the prevalence of NCDs in OP. The objective of this scoping review is to summarise the evidence on the feasibility and effectiveness of PA interventions that have been implemented among OP to address PA levels, bl

SUBMITTER: Naidoo S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10111889 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature