Barriers and facilitators of exercise behaviour for frail older adults in nursing homes: protocol for a qualitative study in China.

ABSTRACT: Exercise is significant for older adults to improve their poor health outcomes. It can delay weakness, enhance the quality of muscle and body balance, and prevent adverse events. However, the factors that hinder or promote exercise among frail nursing home residents are unclear. Few studies have investigated the exercise-related experiences and coping strategies of frail older adults, and it is necessary to further understand the overall situation among older adults. Therefore, this study aims to obtain information about the impact of exercise-related barriers and facilitators on the daily life of frail older adults and how they cope with this condition. Qualitative research design uses a phenomenological framework. Older adults participating in the study will be invited to describe their

SUBMITTER: Sunzi K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11907014 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature