Physical activity promotion to persons with spinal cord injury by health and exercise professionals: A scoping review

This review looks at how health and exercise professionals (HEPs) can help people with spinal cord injuries (SCI) be more physically active. It identifies strategies HEPs use to increase physical activity in this population. The review found that tailored exercise programs and ongoing counseling are key. It also identifies barriers HEPs face, such as lack of time and training. The study highlights the need for better SCI-specific physical activity education for HEPs. Improving HEPs' ability to promote physical activity can lead to increased physical activity among individuals with SCI.

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  HEPs mainly consisted of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and leisure trainers/therapists, delivering interventions in rehabilitation centers and community settings.
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  Tailored exercise programs and on-going counseling support were considered essential for increasing PA behavior.
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  HEPs' common barriers to PA promotion were perceived lack of time, education, and training.