Scandinavian journal of primary health care
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Scand J Prim Health Care · Dec 2020
Multicenter StudyTailored physical activity on prescription with follow-ups improved motivation and physical activity levels. A qualitative study of a 5-year Swedish primary care intervention.
To explore how physically inactive patients, with metabolic risk factors, experienced long term treatment with physical activity on prescription. ⋯ Conclusion Physical activity on prescription in a Swedish primary care setting was successful when the recommended physical activity and follow up was individually adapted. KEY POINTS Individually adapted physical activity on prescription gave insight to increase physical activity levels in a 5-year Swedish primary care intervention directed towards inactive patients with the metabolic syndrome Motivation increased for patients designing their own routines for physical activity. Experiences of positive health effects helped maintain or increase physical activity levels, and follow-up and support from healthcare professionals helped to prioritise life style changes.