Factors Influencing Physical Activity in Adults with Disabilities
Author Information
Author(s): Sarah E. Boslaugh, Elena M. Andresen
Primary Institution: Saint Louis University School of Public Health
Hypothesis
What factors influence the physical activity level of adults with disabilities?
Conclusion
Adults with disabilities are not meeting basic recommendations for physical activity, and certain demographic factors are related to their activity levels.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 25.4% of adults with disabilities met the recommended physical activity levels.
- Factors like age, race, and health status were significantly related to physical activity levels.
- Adults with disabilities had lower incomes and education levels compared to those without disabilities.
Takeaway
Many adults with disabilities don't exercise enough, and things like age and health can affect how much they move.
Methodology
Data were analyzed from the 2001 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, focusing on adults with disabilities and their physical activity levels.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to self-reporting and the exclusion of institutionalized individuals.
Limitations
The study only included noninstitutionalized individuals and relied on self-reported data, which may not accurately reflect all disabilities.
Participant Demographics
Participants included adults with disabilities from the District of Columbia and 12 states, with a focus on various demographic factors such as age, race, and income.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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