Vitality at home: a phenomenological study of tele-exercise in women aged 80 and older.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Since the onset of coronavirus 2019, there has been an upsurge of tele-exercise delivery. Previous studies showed old adults find tele-exercise feasible and acceptable. However, there is limited understanding of the oldest-old's experiences.

Method

This study used the interpretative phenomenological approach. Two semi-structured interviews and home visits were conducted with six oldest-old women, aged between 81 and 91 years, who participated in tele-exercise classes.

Results

Four superordinate themes were identified: ambivalent perception of safety, ease in regular participation, reminded and guided to move the aged body, and technological adaptation.

Conclusion

Our findings indicate that tele-exercise has the potential to assist the oldest-old livi

SUBMITTER: Lee JLC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11412020 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature