Model System:

TBI

Reference Type:

Journal

Accession No.:

J68203

Journal:


Disability and Health Journal

Year, Volume, Issue, Page(s):

, 7, 2, 151-156

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Abstract:

Study examined the current state of physical activity research for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) by utilizing the Behavioral Epidemiological Framework, which describes a sequence of 5 phases used to categorize health-related behavioral research. After searching MEDLINE, PUBMED, PsycINFO, Google Scholar and several major areas within EBSCOHOST (2000 to present), retrieved articles were categorized according to the framework phases and coding rules. Of the 139 articles included, 49 percent were in phase 1 (establishing links between behavior and health), 18 percent phase 2 (developing methods for measuring behavior), 24 percent phase 3 (identifying factors influencing behavior and implications for theory), and 9 percent phase 4 and 5 (evaluating interventions to change behavior and translating research into practice). The emphasis on phase 1 research indicates that the field is in its early stages of development. Providing those with MS with necessary tools through health promotion programs is needed to reduce secondary conditions and co-morbidities. Exploring the current state of health behavior research for individuals with MS is essential to understanding the next steps required to reducing preventable disability. Reassessment of the field of physical activity and MS in the future could provide insight into whether the field is evolving over time or remaining stagnant.

Author(s):


Dixon-Ibarra, Alicia , Vanderbom, Kerri, Dugala, Anisia, Driver, Simon

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