2015
DOI: 10.4187/respcare.04120
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A Qualitative Exploration of Exercise Among Pulmonary Rehabilitation Participants: Insight From Multiple Sources of Social Influence

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Exercise training within the pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) context is considered the most effective strategy to reduce COPD symptoms. However, participation in PR and continued exercise training following program completion are low. Previous research examined factors related to attendance and adherence, but the knowledge base to date has been limited to quantitative findings that focus solely on participants diagnosed with COPD. In addition to quantitative research, exploring multiple perspectives … Show more

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“…During the follow-up, although the improvement of emotional function after PR was not changed over time compared with post-PR in both groups, our home-based maintenance could also provide family support and professional health education to increase the confidence of patients to overcome depression and anxiety, as described in previous research. 34 …”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…During the follow-up, although the improvement of emotional function after PR was not changed over time compared with post-PR in both groups, our home-based maintenance could also provide family support and professional health education to increase the confidence of patients to overcome depression and anxiety, as described in previous research. 34 …”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Results from research across a variety of populations [13][14][15][16] suggests that recidivism upon cessation of intervention is a reality. This is likely to be the case for pwPD unless strategies for the maintenance of long-term participation in physical activity are developed.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Increase in patient confidence: Healthcare professionals recognised that a group setting assists with social and psychological aspects; connecting and creating bonds with others whose circumstances bear a close resemblance to their own [42,49,52,55]. The programme was perceived to increase quality of life by giving patients a purpose; this newfound confidence was achieved as pulmonary rehabilitation provides hope and a more positive outlook on life [52].…”
Section: The Programme Is Positivementioning
confidence: 99%
“…The programme was perceived to increase quality of life by giving patients a purpose; this newfound confidence was achieved as pulmonary rehabilitation provides hope and a more positive outlook on life [52]. A Canadian qualitative interview study with healthcare professionals who delivered pulmonary rehabilitation (n=11), highlighted patients are anxious upon commencement, however healthcare professionals felt a sense of accomplishment when patients recognised their ability to exercise and achieve goals [55]. Similarly, the initial assessment was viewed as an opportunity to encourage, give hope and discuss useful tips, and a chance to improve adherence to pulmonary rehabilitation [42].…”
Section: The Programme Is Positivementioning
confidence: 99%