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Implementation of Community-based Interventions on Physical Inactivity for Noncommunicable Disease Control: A Scoping
Deepak S Nair1, Urvi M Patel, Lathadevi Chilgod
1Centre for Health Systems, Institute of Public Health, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Community-based interventions can combat physical inactivity and non-communicable diseases. Effective implementation plans, tailored to local contexts, are key to promoting active lifestyles and improving public health.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Preventive Medicine
- Health Promotion
Background:
- Physical activity is a critical modifiable risk factor for non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
- Significant physical inactivity exists, with 25% of adult males and 44% of adult females in India being inactive (WHO PA Country Report).
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the implementation of community-based interventions targeting physical inactivity and NCDs.
- To identify facilitators and barriers to the successful implementation of these interventions.
Main Methods:
- A scoping review of primary studies published between January 2015 and February 2024.
- Searches conducted on PubMed, Scopus, and Embase databases.
Main Results:
- 31 articles met inclusion criteria from 823 identified records.
- Key facilitators included internal motivation, peer support, health education, and trained personnel.
- Major barriers were socio-economic constraints, facility maintenance, accessibility, and poor understanding of lifestyle changes.
Conclusions:
- Effective implementation plans are crucial for promoting physical activity and mitigating barriers.
- Tailoring interventions to local contexts and incorporating behavioral theories can enhance adoption and impact.
- Collaboration with sectors like education and the use of digital tools are recommended for practice.
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