Journal article
Perceptions towards aqua-based exercise among older adults with osteoarthritis who have discontinued participation in this exercise mode
Australasian Journal on Ageing, Vol.35(1), pp.12-17
2016
Abstract
Aim: This study aimed to investigate reasons for ceasing participation in aqua-based exercise among older adults with osteoarthritis (OA). Methods: Eleven adults over 60 years of age with OA participated in one of two focus groups, during which they discussed barriers to aqua-based exercise and the potential benefits of this exercise mode. Each focus group was audiotaped, transcribed and then analysed using the general inductive thematic approach. The investigators reached a consensus on all coding categories and then identified themes. Results: Key barriers identified were: a lack of suitable classes; insufficient instructor knowledge, which often led to increased pain; cold water and the changing facilities. Key perceived benefits included increased physical ability in water and social interaction. Conclusions: A greater understanding of reasons for ceasing participation in aqua-based exercise among older adults with OA may help facilitate development of suitable exercise programs that minimise barriers for this group.
Details
- Title
- Perceptions towards aqua-based exercise among older adults with osteoarthritis who have discontinued participation in this exercise mode
- Authors
- Alison L Fisken (Author) - AUT University, New ZealandDebra L Waters (Author) - University of Otago, New ZealandWayne A Hing (Author) - Bond UniversityJustin W L Keogh (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
- Publication details
- Australasian Journal on Ageing, Vol.35(1), pp.12-17
- Publisher
- Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia
- Date published
- 2016
- DOI
- 10.1111/ajag.12167
- ISSN
- 1440-6381; 1440-6381
- Copyright note
- Copyright © 2016 Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia. This is the accepted version of the following article: Fisken, Alison L; Waters, Debra L; Hing, Wayne A; Keogh, Justin W L (2016) Perceptions towards aqua-based exercise among older adults with osteoarthritis who have discontinued participation in this exercise mode. Australasian Journal on Ageing. 35:1, 12-17, which has been published in final form at http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/ajag.12167
- Organisation Unit
- University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99449552902621
- Output Type
- Journal article
- Research Statement
- false
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