Physical activity and individuals with spinal cord injury: accuracy and quality of information on the Internet

摘要: Abstract Background A number of websites on the Internet promote health-enhancing behaviors among people with spinal cord injury (SCI). However, information available is unknown accuracy and quality. Objective To examine accuracy, quality, targeting strategies used in online physical activity (PA) aimed at SCI. Methods purposive sample 30 frequently accessed for individuals SCI that included PA was examined. Websites were evaluated based their descriptive characteristics, level relation to newly defined recommendations SCI, technical theoretical quality (i.e., use behavioral theories) Descriptive statistics utilized illustrate results evaluation. Results easily accessible, as rated by clicks required access information. Only 6 (20%) provided specific these exhibited low accuracy. Technically, high a mean score 4.1 possible points. In contrast, had 23 (77%) scoring below 9 14 points 64% perfect score) content. majority did not cognitive (e.g., self-efficacy, self-talk, perceived social norms) self-monitoring, motivational readiness, realistic goal-setting) messages. (80%) customized persons different levels completeness. Less than half tailored toward stages rehabilitation (37%) or caregivers (30%). Conclusion Accuracy presented may be optimal. should improved incorporate accepted theory better deliver health messages about PA.