Staying active after rehab: Physical activity perspectives with a spinal cord injury beyond functional gains.

ABSTRACT: Lifestyle physical activity following spinal cord injury (SCI) is critical for functional independence, mental wellness, and social participation, yet nearly 50% of individuals with SCI report no regular exercise. The objective of this study was to better understand factors leading to this participation gap by capturing the physical activity perspectives of individuals living with SCI. We completed small group interviews with nine individuals living with SCI across the United States. Iterative thematic analysis systematically revealed meaningful core concepts related to physical activity engagement with SCI. Emergent themes revealed challenges to lifestyle physical activity behavior including gaps in physical activity education, isolation during psychological adjustment, and knowledge limi

SUBMITTER: Baehr LA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8942209 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature