Virtual motivational interviewing for physical activity among older adults: A non-randomised, mixed-methods feasibility study.

ABSTRACT: The objective of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of Virtual Motivational Interviewing (VIMINT) for improving physical activity among community-dwelling older adults. A feasibility study using a mixed-method single-group pre- and post-design. Each participant received five sessions of motivational interviewing (MI) through the Zoom platform. Feasibility and acceptability were assessed through recruitment, attrition and retention rates; adherence; satisfaction; counsellors' competency; and interviews with participants and counsellors. Other outcomes including physical activity were assessed at baseline, post- and 2-month follow-up. Eight participants were recruited; the mean age was 68.9 ± 3.9 years. The retention rate was 88%, 92.5% of the sessions were attended, and the particip

SUBMITTER: Akinrolie O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11626223 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature