Purpose
Abstract by: Heather Bunn
Maher, E.J., Kinne, S., & Patrick, D.L. (1999). "Finding a good thing": the use of quantitative and qualitative methods to evaluate an exercise class and promote exercise for adults with mobility impairments. Disability and Rehabilitation, 1999: 22(9), 438-447.
Purpose
The purpose of this study was to determine how a community-based conditioning class affected people with disabilities. Maher, Kinne, & Patrick (1999) believe that ?promotion of activity aims to reduce declines in functional limitation and activity restriction, prevent secondary conditions, and improve social participation and quality of life.?This fact sheet was last updated on 01-04-2006.
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