Understanding the physical activity promotion behaviours of podiatrists: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Health professionals are encouraged to play a part in reducing the health risks of physical inactivity. Little is known of the physical activity promotion practice behaviours of podiatrists.

Methods

We performed 20 semi-structured interviews with purposefully selected podiatrists to explore their physical activity promotion attitudes, beliefs, knowledge and practice. Transcribed interviews were coded using an iterative thematic approach to identify major themes and salient beliefs.

Results

Overall, the participants had a positive attitude to physical activity promotion, considering it a normal part of their role. They saw their role as giving information, encouraging activity and making recommendations, however in practice they were less inclined to follow

SUBMITTER: Crisford P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3846794 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature