Rimmer Steven, Herbert Adam J, Kelly Adam Leigh, Khawaja Irfan, Gough Lewis A
Research for Human Performance and Health Laboratory, Centre for Life and Sport Sciences, Birmingham City University, Birmingham B5 5JU, UK.
Healthcare (Basel). 2025 Jul 18;13(14):1733. doi: 10.3390/healthcare13141733.
: This study explored the lived experiences of individuals with post-COVID condition (PCC) who participated in a 12-week exercise rehabilitation and recovery programme (PCCRRP) delivered by a professional football club community trust (FCCT). The aim was to understand the effects of the programme on physical function and quality of life (QoL). This study aims to address the gap in the literature of a lack of qualitative research exploring the experiences and perspectives of individuals engaging in exercise and physical activity as part of their recovery from PCC. Furthermore, it seeks to provide in-depth participant accounts to better understand outcome-level data. : A qualitative approach was employed, involving semi-structured interviews with seven participants (mean age of 52 ± 8.54 years, with ages ranging from 45 to 60 years) following the 12-week PCCRRP to explore perceived changes in physical function and QoL. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the interview data, including participants' narratives on their QoL experiences. : Participants reported improvements in exercise capacity, fatigue, and breathlessness, leading to enhanced physical function and QoL. They also experienced improvements in emotional well-being, including increased confidence and reduced anxiety. The programme's focus on tailored exercise plans empowered participants to manage their symptoms and regain control over their lives. : The PCCRRP delivered by an FCCT had positive effects on the physical function and QoL of individuals with PCC. This highlights the potential of FCCTs in providing effective rehabilitation and support for individuals with PCC.
本研究探讨了新冠后状况(PCC)患者参与由职业足球俱乐部社区信托(FCCT)提供的为期12周的运动康复与恢复计划(PCCRRP)的生活经历。目的是了解该计划对身体功能和生活质量(QoL)的影响。本研究旨在填补文献中的空白,即缺乏定性研究来探索参与运动和体育活动作为从PCC恢复一部分的个体的经历和观点。此外,它试图提供深入的参与者描述,以更好地理解结果层面的数据。
采用了定性方法,在为期12周的PCCRRP结束后,对7名参与者(平均年龄52±8.54岁,年龄范围为45至60岁)进行了半结构化访谈,以探索身体功能和生活质量方面的感知变化。采用主题分析法对访谈数据进行分析,包括参与者关于其生活质量经历的叙述。
参与者报告了运动能力、疲劳和呼吸急促方面的改善,从而提高了身体功能和生活质量。他们在情绪健康方面也有改善,包括信心增强和焦虑减轻。该计划对量身定制运动计划的关注使参与者有能力管理自己的症状并重新掌控自己的生活。
FCCT提供的PCCRRP对PCC患者的身体功能和生活质量产生了积极影响。这突出了FCCT在为PCC患者提供有效康复和支持方面的潜力。
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