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    The FABS trial: a randomised control trial of the effects of a 6-month physical activity intervention on adherence and long-term physical activity and self-efficacy in older adults with memory complaints

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    Cox, K.
    Flicker, L.
    Almeida, O.
    Xiao, J.
    Hendriks, Jacqui
    Phillips, M.
    Lautenschlager, N.
    Date
    2013
    Type
    Journal Article
    
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    Cox, K. and Flicker, L. and Almeida, O. and Xiao, J. and Hendriks, J. and Phillips, M. and Lautenschlager, N. 2013. The FABS trial: a randomised control trial of the effects of a 6-month physical activity intervention on adherence and long-term physical activity and self-efficacy in older adults with memory complaints. Preventive Medicine. 57 (6): pp. 824-830.
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    Preventive Medicine
    DOI
    10.1016/j.ypmed.2013.09.010
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    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/5985
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    • Curtin Research Publications
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    Objective: The aim of this study is to assess in older adults with memory complaints, the effects of a 6-month home-based physical activity (PA) intervention on short-term adherence, short and long-term self-efficacy and the predictors of adherence. Methods: Participants with memory complaints with or without mild cognitive impairment (MCI) were recruited from Perth, Western Australia between May 2004 and July 2006 and randomly assigned to a control or an intervention group. The intervention group received a 6-month PA programme and recorded sessions on a diary. Pedometer readings, questionnaires, and physical and cognitive measures were completed at 0, 6, 12 and 18 months. Results: One hundred and seventy participants started the study. Retention rates were similar for both groups at all time-points however retention was higher for men than women (P < 0.01). Adherence to the prescribed PA was 72.8% (95% CI, 70.8 74.9%). Men had higher adherence rate than women (P < 0.001). Those with and without MCI had similar adherence. Compared to controls self-efficacy was higher in the intervention group after 6 months only (P < 0.01). Conclusions: Older adults with memory complaints, with or without MCI, can successfully participate in and enjoy home-based PA programmes. Long-term adherence to such interventions may require continued support and increased self-efficacy. (Trial registration: ACTRN012605000136606.)

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