Videoconference-delivered Physical Activity Peer Support Programs for Adults with Spinal Cord Injury: A Receptivity Survey and Pilot-test
Year: 2015
Type: dissertation
Abstract: Videoconference-based physical activity support (VPAS) is a novel method for overcoming time and space barriers to receiving peer support among persons with spinal cord injury (SCI). This thesis examines the receptivity towards VPAS (Study 1) and the feasibility, acceptability and usefulness of a VPAS pilot program (Study 2) in a sample of adults with SCI. An online questionnaire assessing needs, preferences and barriers towards VPAS was administered to 30 LTPA intenders and actors with SCI (Study 1). Nine of the survey respondents took part in the VPAS program; consisting of four, weekly 60-minute group Skype® sessions (Study 2). The majority of survey respondents (60%) expressed interest in the four-week VPAS program. PA level and age characterized videoconference participation and family and work commitment barriers, respectively. Overall, the pilot program demonstrated a modest level of feasibility; and high acceptability and usefulness. Taken together, group-based videoconferencing holds promise for delivering PA-enhancing interventions.
Source: TSpace (University of Toronto)
Author: Samantha Jeske
Language: English
Topic: Spinal Cord Injury Research
Subfield: Clinical Neurology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2598375823