ArticleBJGP open2022
Experiences of exercise in patients with asthma: a qualitative analysis of discussions in a UK asthma online community.
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- Reporting of Ethical Considerations in Qualitative Research Utilizing Social Media Data on Public Health Care: Scoping Review.Journal of medical Internet research · 2024Article
- Key Considerations When Addressing Physical Inactivity and Sedentary Behaviour in People with Asthma.Journal of clinical medicine · 2023Review
- Experiences of Diagnosis, Symptoms, and Use of Reliever Inhalers in Patients With Asthma and Concurrent Inducible Laryngeal Obstruction or Breathing Pattern Disorder: Qualitative Analysis of a UK Asthma Online Community.Journal of medical Internet research · 2023Article
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Abstract
backgroundEngagement with exercise in adults with asthma is suboptimal. Limited information is available regarding factors affecting engagement with exercise.
aimTo explore experiences of exercise and linked unmet needs in adults with asthma. DESIGN &
settingQualitative thematic analysis of posts in a UK asthma online community, written between 2015 and 2020.
methodPosts were identified using keywords searches. Posts in the 'Exercise' topic section were additionally included. Thematic analysis of posts was undertaken.
resultsA total of 143 relevant posts were analysed. Ninety-two participants were identified through posts (11 male, 33 female, 48 sex not stated, aged 26-73 years). Emerging themes included the following: fear of experiencing asthma symptoms during exercise; lack of information about how to deal with symptoms; external barriers; emotional response; and involvement of healthcare providers. Environmental factors, concomitant life stressors, distrust of healthcare professionals, and embarrassment about displaying asthma symptoms during exercise were barriers to engagement. Facilitators included experiencing positive health outcomes following exercise and positive discussions regarding exercise with healthcare professionals. Strategies participants developed to enable exercise were warming up, increasing reliever and preventer inhalers when exercising, and finding exercises the individual felt were enjoyable.
conclusionFuture interventions to address fears of exercise-induced physical symptoms, and clear instructions on the use of inhalers when exercising are needed. Exploring patients' attitudes to exercise in clinical consultations, especially in primary care, may be beneficial.
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