[Factors to be considered in creating a physical activity guide for Canadians with physical disabilities].
This paper provides a brief overview of the epidemiological data regarding Canadians with physical disabilities, with a particular emphasis on health status. A literature review is then presented, focusing on activity levels and the physiological and health-related quality of life benefits of activity for people with four different physical disabilities (arthritis, fibromyalgia, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis). The unique physical activity barriers faced by people with physical disabilities are discussed. The paper concludes with recommendations for the development of a physical activity guide for Canadians with physical disabilities.
Martin Ginis
Kathleen A
KA
Département de kinésiologie, Université McMaster, Hamilton, ON L8S 4K1, Canada. martink@mcmaster.ca
Hicks
Audrey L
AL
D002170:Canada / Q000453:epidemiology; D002648:Child; D019988:Children with Disabilities / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D006233:Persons with Disabilities / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D017408:Guidelines as Topic; D006801:Humans; D009043:Motor Activity / Q000502:physiology*