Conceptualizing the benefits of a group exercise program developed for those with chronic fatigue: a mixed methods clinical evaluation.
Victoria StrassheimVincent DearyDeborah A WebsterJane DouglasJulia L NewtonKatie L HackettPublished in: Disability and rehabilitation (2019)
The concept maps have depicted key concepts relating to the successful delivery of a novel exercise program for people with fatigue and identified specific targets for future program enhancements.Implications for rehabilitationOrthostatic symptoms are common in those with fatigue and might be a target for group-based exercise programs.People with fatigue value a group-based exercise program that targets orthostatic symptoms.The key concepts of a group-based exercise program valued by those with fatigue are the exercises, group atmosphere, physical benefits, self-management support, acceptance, education and support with looking forwards following the program.