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ArticleJMIR formative research2025

Development of a Virtual Home-Based Cycling Intervention for Individuals With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Qualitative Study.

Kristina Krogh Christensen, Henrik Bøggild, Ulla Møller Weinreich, Anna Lei Stoustrup

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Kristina Krogh ChristensenDepartment of Respiratory Diseases, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark.ORCID 0009-0005-6763-1653
Henrik BøggildDepartment of Health Science and Technology, Public Health and Epidemiology, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark.ORCID 0000-0001-8934-5002
Ulla Møller WeinreichDepartment of Respiratory Diseases, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark.ORCID 0000-0003-1975-3654
Anna Lei StoustrupDepartment of Respiratory Diseases, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark.ORCID 0009-0004-6039-1223

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of mortality, and exercise has been shown to reduce both. Health conditions, environmental factors, and logistical challenges are often barriers for participation in pulmonary rehabilitation (PR). Given the barriers many individuals with COPD face when attending health care centers for PR, virtual home-based cycling exercise could be an option.

objectiveThis study aimed to explore the development of a home-based cycling exercise intervention for individuals with COPD, focusing on aspects such as bicycle selection, app functionality, and pilot testing. Furthermore, it aimed to explore participants' and nonparticipants' attitudes toward the intervention.

methodsUsing a phenomenological-hermeneutic approach, data were gathered from 15 semistructured interviews, including test pilots, participants, and nonparticipants. A thematic analysis was used to analyze the data.

resultsThematic analysis identified 8 key themes: bicycle selection, individual guidance needs, geographical and video quality, online connectivity, comfort and accessibility of home-based cycling, flexibility, energy levels, and practical limitations. Findings highlighted a preference for pedal bicycles with adjustable intensity, the importance of flexibility in scheduling, and the autonomy provided by a home-based setup. While participants appreciated the virtual journey on videos, barriers such as lack of energy, stress, and limited space were reported by nonparticipants.

conclusionsRecommendations include enhancing app features and addressing individual needs to improve adherence. The study underscores the potential of tailored home-based exercise interventions in overcoming traditional PR challenges. INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT IDENTIFIER (IRRID): RR2-10.1136/bmjresp-2024-002573.

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BicyclingExercise TherapyPulmonary Disease, Chronic ObstructiveAgedFemaleHome Care ServicesHumansMaleMiddle AgedQualitative Researchchronic obstructive pulmonary diseaseCOPDdevelopmenthome-based exercise interventionpulmonary rehabilitationvirtual cycling exercise

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PMCPMC12663703

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