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Feasibility of an internet physical activity intervention
Kelly A Bosak1, Bernice Yates, Bunny Pozehl
1University of Kansas Medical Center, USA. kbosak@kumc.edu
Western Journal of Nursing Research
|May 8, 2009
Summary
Delivering a physical activity intervention via the Internet to adults with metabolic syndrome was feasible. This online approach showed positive participant feedback and lower costs compared to traditional care.
Area of Science:
- Health behavior change
- Digital health interventions
- Metabolic syndrome management
Background:
- The Internet offers a novel platform for health behavior change interventions.
- Metabolic syndrome requires effective and accessible management strategies.
- Traditional interventions may face limitations in reach and cost.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the feasibility of an Internet-delivered physical activity intervention.
- To evaluate health outcomes in adults with metabolic syndrome.
- To compare the Internet intervention with usual care.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial involving 22 adults with metabolic syndrome.
- Participants were assigned to either an Internet intervention or usual care group.
- Intervention group accessed a Web site for physical activity strategies over 6 weeks.
Main Results:
- The Internet intervention group accessed the Web site for an average of 2 hours over 6 weeks.
- Participant evaluations of the Internet intervention were positive.
- Development and delivery costs were lower than cardiology clinic consultations.
Conclusions:
- Internet-delivered physical activity interventions are feasible for adults with metabolic syndrome.
- This approach shows promise for improving health outcomes and reducing healthcare costs.
- Further investigation in larger studies is warranted.
