Conclusion This study provides strong evidence for the effectiveness of pedometer walking interventions in increasing PA levels for patients with MSDs .
Our findings suggest that a combination of interventions is likely to be the most effective strategy to maximize health benefits in the short term .
Background Physical activity ( PA ) plays an important role in the prevention and management of a number of chronic conditions .
Aim : to investigate the evidence for effectiveness of pedometer-driven walking programs to promote physical activity among patients with musculoskeletal disorders ( MSDs ) .
Using pedometers to increase physical activity in overweight and obese women: a pilot study
Background Most public health guidelines recommend that adults participate in 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity on most days of the week . Establishing new ways to achieve these targets in sedentary population s need to be explored . This research evaluated whether the daily use of pedometers could increase physical activity and improve health outcomes in sedentary overweight and obese women . Methods Twenty six overweight and obese middle-aged women were r and omized into two groups : The control group was not able to record their steps daily , whilst the pedometer group , were asked to record the number of steps on a daily basis for 12 weeks . Results Our data showed that the pedometer group significantly increased their steps/day , by 36 % , at the end of the 12 weeks , whereas the control group 's physical activity levels remained unchanged . There was no significant difference in weight or body fat composition in the pedometer group compared to the control group . However , there was a significant decrease in systolic blood pressure in the pedometer group ( 112.8 ± 2.44 mm Hg ) compared to the control group ( 117.3 ± 2.03 mm Hg ) ( p = 0.003 ) . Conclusion In conclusion , this pilot study shows that the combination of having step goals and immediate feedback from using a pedometer was effective in increasing physical activity levels in sedentary overweight and obese women . Trial registration
Conclusion This study provides strong evidence for the effectiveness of pedometer walking interventions in increasing PA levels for patients with MSDs .
Our findings suggest that a combination of interventions is likely to be the most effective strategy to maximize health benefits in the short term .
Background Physical activity ( PA ) plays an important role in the prevention and management of a number of chronic conditions .
Aim : to investigate the evidence for effectiveness of pedometer-driven walking programs to promote physical activity among patients with musculoskeletal disorders ( MSDs ) .