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Tracy Chippendale1, Hadeel R Bakhsh2, Najat A Alhaizan2
1Department of Occupational Therapy, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, New York University, 82 Washington Square East, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10003, USA.
Abstract:
Chronic diseases affect more than 80% of older adults. One modifiable risk factor for secondary prevention is physical activity. Public parks are an essential resource for physical activity, but environmental features may limit participation. Our aims were (1) to assess the feasibility and utility of the Path Environment Audit Tool (PEAT) for use in a larger-scale study focused on older adults and (2) to examine the physical activity-promoting features of five public parks.
Methods:
A descriptive study design was used to assess five public parks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from April to June 2022. Additionally, process, resource, and management assessments were also conducted.
Results:
The PEAT was easy to use, but additions are recommended to increase relevance to older adults with chronic disease. Descriptive analyses revealed positive features, such as adequate lighting, but other features such as path slope were more variable.
Conclusions:
Study findings can guide the future use of the PEAT for older adult participants and inform environmental modifications.
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