Using the Theoretical Domains Framework to Identify Barriers and Facilitators to Exercise Among Older Adults Living with HIV

Authors

  • Adria Quigley Dalhousie University
  • Larry Baxter Community Member
  • Laura Keeler Dalhousie University
  • Marilyn MacKay-Lyons Dalhousie University

Keywords:

HIV, Exercise, Physical activity, Theoretical domains framework

Abstract

Qualitative study using the Theoretical Domains Framework to investigate the barriers and facilitators to participation in exercise of 12 older people with HIV, using in-depth semi-structured interviews. People aging with HIV experience many barriers to exercise, including environmental and resource constraints, co-morbidities, injuries, and the side effects of HIV disease and medication.

Author Biography

Adria Quigley, Dalhousie University

Ph.D Health Student

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Published

2019-07-03

Issue

2018: Healthy Living, Healthy Life Conference Proceedings

Section

Theme 1. Collaborative health, wellbeing, and wellness-focused research, education, and approaches

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