Acceptability of physical activity signposting for pre-frail older adults: a qualitative study to inform intervention development.

ABSTRACT: Frailty is a medical condition common in older adults characterised by diminished strength and reduced physiologic function in which individuals are more vulnerable to multiple adverse health outcomes. Pre-frailty is an intermediate stage associated with some minor health outcomes. However, the main risk is progression toward moderate/severe frailty. Evidence shows physical activity interventions to be effective in slowing or modifying the progression of frailty. Researchers at the University of Manchester are developing a behaviour change intervention targeting pre-frail older adults, signposting them to group-based physical activity classes known to be effective for delaying/slowing frailty. This paper reports on the initial intervention development work with key stakeholders exploring t

SUBMITTER: Money A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10548637 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature