Correlates of physical activity and sitting time in adults with type 2 diabetes attending primary health care in Oman.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite evidence of the benefits of physical activity in the management of type 2 diabetes, it is poorly addressed in diabetes care. This study aimed to identify the prevalence and correlates of meeting ≥600MET-min/wk. (150 min/wk) of physical activity and sitting time in adults with type 2 diabetes in Oman. Approaches to encourage physical activity in diabetes care were explored.

Methods

A cross-sectional study using the Global Physical Activity Questionnaire was conducted in 17 randomly selected primary health centres in Muscat. Clinical data including co-morbidities were extracted from the health information system. Questions on physical activity preferences and approaches were included. Patients were approached if they were ≥18 years, and had been registered i

SUBMITTER: Alghafri TS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5539993 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature