Translation of Fit & Strong! for Use by Hispanics With Arthritis: A Feasibility Trial of ¡En Forma y Fuerte!

ABSTRACT: This study evaluated the feasibility and effectiveness of translating the evidence-based program, Fit & Strong!, into a Spanish program, ¡En Forma y Fuerte!. A single-group, quasi-experimental design (n = 34, mean age = 58.8 [8.1], 87.2% female, 87.2% reported speaking mostly Spanish) was used to assess implementation feasibility and the impact of ¡En Forma y Fuerte! on arthritis-related outcomes in Hispanics with arthritis. Significant improvements in lower-extremity strength, perceived physical function, and pain were observed from baseline to 8 weeks (p < .05); these improvements were maintained at 6 months. Significant improvements in aerobic endurance and stiffness were observed from baseline to 6 months (p < .05). No major program adaptations (other than language) were observed or re

SUBMITTER: Der Ananian C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8171433 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature