Article

The aim of this study was to investigate experiences of participating in
a feasibility trial of a novel physiotherapy intervention (Blue Prescription).
The trial was designed to increase participation in physical activity for people
with multiple sclerosis living in the community.
METHODS: We individually
interviewed 27 volunteers from two New Zealand metropolitan areas at the
conclusion of their participation in Blue Prescription. We asked volunteers about
what participation in Blue Prescription had meant to them; how participants
intended to continue with their physical activity; how the approach differed from
previous experiences of physiotherapy encounters; and how Blue Prescription could
be improved. Interviews were semi-structured, audio-recorded, transcribed
verbatim, and analysed using a General Inductive Approach. RESULTS: 'Support' was
identified as a key theme with three sub-themes: 'The therapeutic relationship';
'The Blue Prescription approach'; and 'Supporting themselves'. We identified two
additional themes 'Motivation to participate' and 'Improving the Blue
Prescription approach'. CONCLUSION: A novel approach (Blue Prescription) which
facilitates engagement in higher levels of desirable physical activity was
perceived by participants to be supportive, motivating and enabling. This
approach might be particularly useful for people with multiple sclerosis ready to
adopt new health-related behaviours. For future studies, this approach requires
further refinement, particularly with regards to methods of communication and
evaluation.

Langue : ANGLAIS