Journal article
Factors influencing exercise participation by older adults requiring chronic hemodialysis: a qualitative study
Abstract
Despite the recognized health and psychosocial benefits of exercise for older adults with end-stage renal disease (ESRD), exercise participation remains poor. Previous research has attributed low levels of exercise to patient-related factors such as lack of motivation and fear of adverse consequences. This qualitative study involving focus group discussions with hemodialysis patients, nephrology nurses, and family care providers explored …
Authors
Kontos PC; Miller K-L; Brooks D; Jassal SV; Spanjevic L; Devins GM; De Souza MJ; Heck C; Laprade J; Naglie G
Journal
International Urology and Nephrology, Vol. 39, No. 4, pp. 1303–1311
Publisher
Springer Nature
Publication Date
December 2007
DOI
10.1007/s11255-007-9265-z
ISSN
0301-1623