Promoting physical activity using Kickcycles in elderly population
Lehtinen, Meri; d'Apollonia, Lesley (2018)
Lehtinen, Meri
d'Apollonia, Lesley
Satakunnan ammattikorkeakoulu
2018
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2018112117709
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2018112117709
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The aim of this thesis was to research physical activity using Kickcycles in the elderly population. In order to achieve this aim, three objectives were set: to investigate and determine potential health benefits of the use of Kickcycles; to list biomechanical components of Kickcycles; and to create an information leaflet on Kickcycle safety and importance of physical activity in the elderly population. The research focused on investigating why individuals use Kickcycles and how it has affected their physical activity, habits, and quality of life. The authors wish to thank Kickcycle manufacturer, ESLA, for their help with this project.
The theoretical section of the thesis provides information on the effects of aging on physical, mental, and social aspects of health; current physical activity guidelines; and health benefits of cardiovascular and musculoskeletal health for the elderly population.
The qualitative section of the thesis includes an observational analysis on the biomechanics of a Kickcycle, and a survey implemented as either a self-administered questionnaire or a structured interview. The participants were selected using purposive convenience sampling. The inclusion criteria were that participants owned and used a Kickcycle. The sample size was six participants. The results indicate that the use of a Kickcycle might be beneficial in maintaining physical activity levels and improving quality of life, such as safety, independence, and life satisfaction. The leaflet will be created based on the theoretical and qualitative framework of this thesis and produced in November 2018. It will include current physical activity guidelines, benefits of physical activity with Kickcycles, and Kickcycle safety tips. Distribution of the leaflet will be provided by ESLA for new and current users.
The theoretical section of the thesis provides information on the effects of aging on physical, mental, and social aspects of health; current physical activity guidelines; and health benefits of cardiovascular and musculoskeletal health for the elderly population.
The qualitative section of the thesis includes an observational analysis on the biomechanics of a Kickcycle, and a survey implemented as either a self-administered questionnaire or a structured interview. The participants were selected using purposive convenience sampling. The inclusion criteria were that participants owned and used a Kickcycle. The sample size was six participants. The results indicate that the use of a Kickcycle might be beneficial in maintaining physical activity levels and improving quality of life, such as safety, independence, and life satisfaction. The leaflet will be created based on the theoretical and qualitative framework of this thesis and produced in November 2018. It will include current physical activity guidelines, benefits of physical activity with Kickcycles, and Kickcycle safety tips. Distribution of the leaflet will be provided by ESLA for new and current users.