Factors influencing physical activity in adults with cystic fibrosis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Physical activity (PA) is a well-documented and accepted adjunct therapy for the maintenance and improvement of long-term health in cystic fibrosis (CF). Although the benefits of PA for CF populations are well-established, adherence to PA programmes within this population remains low. This study aimed to investigate the factors that influence engagement in physical activity, and to explore exercise preferences, among adults with cystic fibrosis (CF).

Methods

Semi-structured telephone interviews were conducted. Participants were twenty-one adults (mean age 35 years, SD ± 8) with an established diagnosis of CF, living in Ireland. Interview scripts were digitally recorded and transcribed verbatim. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data.

Results

Four ma

SUBMITTER: Hurley N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8017094 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature