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ArticleSpinal cord2026

Leisure-time physical activity for middle-aged and older people with spinal cord injuries: beyond physical gains and individual responsibility.

Laura Stendell, Camila Quel De Oliveira, Antony Jones, Peter W Stubbs, Simon Darcy, Rachael Presdee, Robert Wynn, Anne Currie, Nathalia Costa

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Laura StendellDiscipline of Physiotherapy, Graduate School of Health, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6970-815X
Camila Quel De OliveiraDiscipline of Physiotherapy, Graduate School of Health, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia. C.QuelDeOliveira@westernsydney.edu.au.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-3991-0699
Antony JonesPerson with lived experience of spinal cord injury, Sydney, Australia.
Peter W StubbsDiscipline of Physiotherapy, Graduate School of Health, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-4555-8019
Simon DarcyPerson with lived experience of spinal cord injury, Sydney, Australia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-5394-2566
Rachael PresdeePerson with lived experience of spinal cord injury, Sydney, Australia.
Robert WynnPerson with lived experience of spinal cord injury, Sydney, Australia.
Anne CurriePerson with lived experience of spinal cord injury, Sydney, Australia.
Nathalia CostaUniversity of Queensland's Clinical Trials Capability (ULTRA) Team, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

STUDY

designWe conducted a descriptive qualitative study.

objectiveTo identify strategies to enhance access to and engagement in leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) for Australians aged ≥45 years of age with spinal cord injury, with the view to address the high rate of inactivity and associated health risks in this group.

settingCommunity-dwelling middle-aged and older adults living in Australia.

methodsQualitative data were gathered through focus groups and collaboratively analysed with individuals with SCI, using reflexive thematic analysis.

resultsWe conducted three focus groups with 19 participants ≥45 years who sustained a SCI. We identified four themes: 1) moving to feel good, 'normal,' and belong - encompassing the main motivations participants reported for engaging in LTPA; 2) physical activity should provide opportunities for social interactions within the community and outdoors - stressed factors that were considered important for making participation in LTPA enjoyable; 3) accessibility and meaningful inclusion are imperative for physical activity participation - with subthemes highlighting key factors for improving engagement in LTPA: 3.1) welcoming communities, accessible and inclusive environments foster a sense of belonging; 3.2) learning from lived experience; 4) systemic changes are needed to enable physical activity participation- including government funding, education, addressing societal stigma, adapting programs, providing appropriate infrastructure and equipment.

conclusionsEnhancing physical activity participation among individuals ≥45 years of age with spinal cord injury requires multifaced interventions. Education, centralised information access, collaborative approaches, accessible environments, and welcoming communities are essential for improving accessibility and promoting physical activity participation, ultimately enhancing health and well-being.

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