Study barriers to physical activity in aging with disabilities
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study looks at what makes it hard or easier for people with cognitive, physical movement, or sensory (hearing/vision) impairments to be active as they age. It may help improve support and services for physical activity at a rehabilitation/parasport clinic.
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Who can take part
- Be age 6 or older
- Be seen by the Parasport Health Unit at the university hospital’s Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation department
- Have a cognitive, neuromotor (movement), or sensory impairment
- Be willing to participate, or have a legally authorized close relative/guardian agree if you can’t
- Have social security coverage (be enrolled in a social security plan)
- Not be under court protection
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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