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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Public Health
  • Exercise Science

Background:

  • Heart failure (HF) affects a significant portion of the UK population, particularly older adults.
  • Physical activity is crucial for improving exercise capacity and quality of life in people with heart failure (PWHF).
  • Healthcare professionals (HCPs) often lack clarity on appropriate physical activity advice and referral pathways for PWHF.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore barriers and enablers for primary and community HCPs (GPs and nurses) in referring PWHF to community physical activity services.
  • To identify available physical activity services for PWHF and understand referral processes.
  • To inform the development of interventions supporting HCP referrals and community service configuration.

Main Methods:

  • A mixed-methods study was conducted across GP practices in England.
  • In-depth qualitative interviews were held with 12 GPs and 12 nurses.
  • Workshops were conducted with stakeholders to examine findings.

Main Results:

  • Findings will illuminate the experiences of GPs and nurses regarding referrals for PWHF.
  • The study will map commissioned physical activity services accessible to PWHF.
  • Referral pathways and their associated challenges will be identified.

Conclusions:

  • The study's outcomes will guide the creation of an intervention for HCPs.
  • Findings will support the optimization of community physical activity service configurations for PWHF.
  • Improved referral processes aim to enhance PWHF's access to beneficial physical activity programs.