Interventions such as supervised or individualised exercise therapy and self-management techniques may enhance exercise adherence .
BACKGROUND Chronic musculoskeletal pain ( CMP ) is a major health problem , accounting for approximately one-quarter of general practice ( GP ) consultations in the United Kingdom ( UK ) .
Exercise and physical activity is beneficial for the most common types of CMP , such as back and knee pain .
However , poor adherence to exercise and physical activity may limit long-term effectiveness .
OBJECTIVES To assess the effects of interventions to improve adherence to exercise and physical activity for people with chronic musculoskeletal pain .
Effects of Telephone Intervention on Arthritis Self‐Efficacy, Depression, Pain, and Fatigue in Older Adults with Arthritis
Purpose : Arthritis self‐efficacy ( ASE ) characterizes individuals ' confidence in managing their arthritis . This study 's purpose was to examine the effects of a telephone intervention on ASE , depression , pain , and fatigue in older adults with arthritis . Methods : Eighty‐five elders with arthritis were r and omly assigned to the intervention or control group . Participants in both groups : ( a ) completed baseline assessment s of ASE , depression , pain , and fatigue ; ( b ) received written information on arthritis management ; and ( c ) received individualized action plans for achieving their own arthritis management goal over the 6‐week study . Participants in the intervention group received a telephone intervention including instruction on managing arthritis and encouragement to pursue their goal . In the sixth week the assessment tools were re‐administered . Quantitative and qualitative data analysis methods were employed . Results : Quantitative analyses showed a significant increase in ASE and a significant reduction in depression and pain over time for both groups . Qualitative analyses revealed several themes related to benefits of telephone intervention . Conclusion : Study results suggest that minimal intervention ( ie , written information , goal ‐ setting , and action plans ) may produce positive changes in ASE , depression , and pain in some older adults with arthritis . Furthermore , telephone intervention may assist older patients in managing their arthritis
Interventions such as supervised or individualised exercise therapy and self-management techniques may enhance exercise adherence .
BACKGROUND Chronic musculoskeletal pain ( CMP ) is a major health problem , accounting for approximately one-quarter of general practice ( GP ) consultations in the United Kingdom ( UK ) .
Exercise and physical activity is beneficial for the most common types of CMP , such as back and knee pain .
However , poor adherence to exercise and physical activity may limit long-term effectiveness .
OBJECTIVES To assess the effects of interventions to improve adherence to exercise and physical activity for people with chronic musculoskeletal pain .