Feasibility of "Sit Less, Move More": An intervention for reducing sedentary behavior Among African Americans with MS.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sedentary behavior is a major concern in multiple sclerosis, as it may accelerate disease progression and physical disability. This is especially concerning in African Americans, who present with greater neurological disability than Caucasians.

Objective

We conducted a feasibility trial on an intervention targeting sedentary behavior in African Americans with multiple sclerosis.

Methods

We examined the feasibility of the Sit Less, Move More program, a 12-week behavioral intervention that used text messaging along with theory-driven newsletters and behavioral coaching for managing sedentary behavior. We recruited ambulatory, inactive, African Americans with multiple sclerosis, and assessed feasibility on process, resource, management, and scientific outcomes

SUBMITTER: Baird JF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7288826 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Apr-Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature