Feasibility of a virtual service delivery model to support physical activity engagement during the COVID-19 pandemic for those with spinal cord injury.

Swati MehtaJess AhrensZeina Abu-JurjiStephanie L MarroccoRandy UpperEldon Y LohStephanie CornellDalton L Wolfe

Published in: The journal of spinal cord medicine (2021)

The current pilot study demonstrates the acceptability and limited efficacy of an online PA program for those with SCI. The program resulted in improved overall perceived wellbeing and satisfaction with social roles and activities. These results have important implications for the clinical implementation of online PA programs in a hospital and community setting.

Keyphrases

healthcare
mental health
physical activity
quality improvement
social media
spinal cord injury
social support
primary care
depressive symptoms
health information
public health
body mass index
adverse drug
sleep quality