TY - JOUR
T1 - Barriers and Enablers for Physical Activity Engagement Among Individuals From India With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
T2 - A Mixed-Method Study
AU - Matpady, Prabhath
AU - Maiya, Arun G.
AU - Saraswat, Pallavi P.
AU - Rao, Chythra R.
AU - Pai, Mamatha Shivananda
AU - Anupama, Shekarappa D.
AU - Shetty, Jeevan K.
AU - Umakanth, Shashikiran
N1 - Publisher Copyright:
© 2024 Human Kinetics, Inc.
PY - 2024/5/1
Y1 - 2024/5/1
N2 - BACKGROUND: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a complex, chronic condition that can cause multiple complications due to poor glycemic control. Self-management plays a crucial role in the management of T2DM. Lifestyle modifications, including physical activity (PA), are fundamental for self-management. This study explored the knowledge, perception, practice, enablers, and barriers of PA among individuals with T2DM. METHODS: A mixed-method study was conducted among individuals with T2DM in Udupi taluk, India. A cross-sectional survey (n = 467) followed by an in-depth interview (n = 35) was performed. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis, respectively. RESULTS: About half (48.8%) of the participants engaged in PA of which 28.3% had an adequate score in the practice of PA. Walking was the most preferred mode. Self-realization, Comprehension, perception, and source of information, PA training, Current PA practices, enablers and barriers for PA were 6 themes derived under knowledge, perception, and practice of PA. CONCLUSION: Despite knowing the importance of PA, compliance with PA was poor. The personal/internal, societal, and external factors constituted the trinity of barriers and enablers in compliance with PA. Behavioral changes, societal changes, policy initiatives, and PA training in health care settings may enhance PA practice among individuals with T2DM.
AB - BACKGROUND: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a complex, chronic condition that can cause multiple complications due to poor glycemic control. Self-management plays a crucial role in the management of T2DM. Lifestyle modifications, including physical activity (PA), are fundamental for self-management. This study explored the knowledge, perception, practice, enablers, and barriers of PA among individuals with T2DM. METHODS: A mixed-method study was conducted among individuals with T2DM in Udupi taluk, India. A cross-sectional survey (n = 467) followed by an in-depth interview (n = 35) was performed. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis, respectively. RESULTS: About half (48.8%) of the participants engaged in PA of which 28.3% had an adequate score in the practice of PA. Walking was the most preferred mode. Self-realization, Comprehension, perception, and source of information, PA training, Current PA practices, enablers and barriers for PA were 6 themes derived under knowledge, perception, and practice of PA. CONCLUSION: Despite knowing the importance of PA, compliance with PA was poor. The personal/internal, societal, and external factors constituted the trinity of barriers and enablers in compliance with PA. Behavioral changes, societal changes, policy initiatives, and PA training in health care settings may enhance PA practice among individuals with T2DM.
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U2 - 10.1123/jpah.2023-0574
DO - 10.1123/jpah.2023-0574
M3 - Article
C2 - 38402875
AN - SCOPUS:85191899395
SN - 1543-3080
VL - 21
SP - 519
EP - 527
JO - Journal of physical activity & health
JF - Journal of physical activity & health
IS - 5
ER -