Research
Adherence
Providing reassurance, clear advice, and enjoyable exercise programs can encourage greater participation in exercise for people with osteoarthritis.
To stick with exercise, choose programs that are enjoyable and relevant to you. Seek out providers who offer clear advice and reassurance about the safety and value of exercise, rather than just reading pamphlets.
GoodSupportsMEDIUM confidence
Providing reassurance and clear advice about the value of exercise in controlling symptoms, and opportunities to participate in exercise programmes that people regard as enjoyable and relevant, may encourage greater exercise participation...
Why this rating
Based on qualitative synthesis and integrative review, high quality for qualitative aspects.
Source
Exercise interventions and patient beliefs for people with hip, knee or hip and knee osteoarthritis: a mixed methods review
Michael Hurley et al. · Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews · 2018
Meta-analysis · 21 studiesCited 322×
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