Views and Experiences of Online Exercise Groups for People With Parkinson's Disease: A Qualitative Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Online exercise groups for people with Parkinson's disease (PwP) are increasing in popularity, but little is known about PwP's experiences with them.

Objective

To explore the views and experiences of PwP who have utilised Parkinson's disease-specific online exercise groups.

Methods

A qualitative study utilising semistructured interviews and thematic analysis in a purposive sample of PwP who had participated in an online exercise group.

Results

Nine participants (5 females) with a mean age of 69.5 (63-78) years and a mean disease duration of 9.1 (3-20) years participated. Analysis revealed three overarching themes: 'Considerations of online exercise groups for PwP', which highlighted the pros and cons of attending online exercise classes; 'O

SUBMITTER: Alexander J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12848610 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature