Open AccessPromoting Physical Activity Through Policy at a Single Safety-Net Clinic: A Pilot Study
Author(s) -
Pamela G. Bowen,
William Opoku-Agyeman,
Olivio J. Clay,
Gina M. McCaskill,
Veronica Mixon,
Bisakha Sen,
Maria Pisu,
Michelle Y. Martin
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
translational journal of the american college of sports medicine
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2379-2868
DOI - 10.1249/tjx.0000000000000160
Subject(s) - intervention (counseling) , medicine , physical activity , physical therapy , family medicine , primary care , gerontology , nursing
Physical inactivity is a major issue for African Americans that contributes to increased risk for chronic conditions including obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and cognitive decline. The purpose of this single-clinic pilot study aimed to determine if a physical activity policy would increase primary-care provider discussions of physical activity during clinic visits using the Exercise is Medicine initiative as a guide.