Patient-Centered, Theory-Based, Online Intervention to Promote a Physically Active Lifestyle for People With Multiple Sclerosis: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

People with multiple sclerosis (MS) experience life challenges due to the nature of disease progression. Although an active lifestyle has been shown effective for symptom and relapse management, most people with MS lead a sedentary lifestyle and do not reach the recommended physical activity (PA) guidelines.

Objective

This study aims to test the preliminary efficacy of a codeveloped, online self-management intervention based on the health action process approach (HAPA) adapted for people with MS to cultivate a physically active lifestyle.

Methods

The 8-week intervention program was developed using community-based participatory research based on the HAPA. The program includes increasing awareness of incorporating PA in a daily routine, the benefits of physic

SUBMITTER: Chiu C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12314469 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature