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Feasibility and efficacy of an intervention for changing sedentary behavior among African-Americans with multiple sclerosis
Jessica Baird;
Jeffer Eidi Sasaki;
Brian Sandroff;
Gary Cutter;
Robert Motl
ABSTRACT
Sedentary behavior (SB) is a major concern in multiple sclerosis (MS), as it may accelerate disease progression and exacerbate physical disability. This is especially concerning in African-Americans, a segment of the MS population who present with greater neurological disability and higher odds of physical comorbidities than Caucasian counterparts. To date, researchers have not proposed interventions that focus on changing SB in African-Americans with MS. This paper describes a pilot study that examines the feasibility and efficacy of using text messaging along with theory-driven newsletters and behavioral coaching for changing SB in African-Americans with MS. We herein present the methods, procedures, and outcomes for our ongoing study.
Citation
Please cite as:
Baird J, Sasaki JE, Sandroff B, Cutter G, Motl R
An Intervention for Changing Sedentary Behavior Among African Americans With Multiple Sclerosis: Protocol
