Older adults' perspectives on physical activity during hospitalization: a qualitative interview study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The benefits of physical activity for frail older acutely hospitalized adults are becoming increasingly clear. To enhance opportunities for physical activity on geriatric wards, it is essential to understand the older adult's perspective.

Aim

The aim of the study was to explore the experiences and perceptions of physical activity among older adults during hospital stays on a geriatric ward.

Method

This was a qualitative interview study with an exploratory interview design, where data were collected through semi-structured individual face-to-face interviews with 20 hospitalized older adults aged 75 years and older. The interviews were transcribed verbatim, and the material was analyzed inductively using qualitative content analysis.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Dalin Eriksson K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12418710 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature