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The experiences of people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) using activity monitors in everyday life: an interpretative phenomenological study.

Laura J WildeCarol PercyGillian WardCain Craig Truman ClarkPetra A WarkLouise Sewell
Published in: Disability and rehabilitation (2024)
Activity monitors were perceived to be beneficial and useful to people with COPD, not just for monitoring their activity, but also helping to self-manage their condition. Activity monitors may be a useful tool within rehabilitation and healthcare services for COPD.
Keyphrases
  • chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
  • healthcare
  • lung function
  • mental health
  • primary care
  • physical activity
  • depressive symptoms
  • social support
  • air pollution
  • health insurance
  • affordable care act