Publication: ADHERENCE VARIANCE OF DIFFERING EXERCISE PROGRAMS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH UPPER EXTREMITY TENDONITIS
| dc.contributor.author | Martel, Laura | |
| dc.contributor.author | Kelly, Cavenaugh | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-04-21T19:59:25Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2026-04-16 | |
| dc.description.abstract | Upper extremity tendonitis is a broad and common diagnosis that may be improved by conservative treatment methods, such as rehabilitative exercise programs to reduce pain and improve function. Upper extremity exercise programs for tendonitis have been shown to enhance quality of life through improved pain experiences, physical functioning, and functionality of the affected limb. A key aspect of exercise interventions is a home exercise program (HEP), where patients are asked to do prescribed exercises outside the clinic. HEPs are becoming an increasingly prevalent delivery methodology for exercise programs due to the increasing cost of therapy and need for transportation to outpatient therapy services. Home exercise programs can be delivered in a variety of forms. Due to a multitude of factors, such as limited medical insight, forgetfulness, and limited social support, home exercise programs may result in a lack of adherence from clients that can lead to persistent pain and limited functionality. The aim of this research study is to determine the variance of adherence rates between three identified types of home exercise programs, written only, written with images, and individualized videos. In order to determine the variances between the three identified home exercise programs, a study is proposed to compare surveyed HEP patient compliance at an outpatient occupational and physical therapy clinic. The survey to be completed by patients is the Adherence to Exercise for Musculoskeletal Pain Tool (ATEMPT). The ATEMPT survey has demonstrated validity in assessing compliance behaviors, confidence to perform each exercise, and perceived difficulty of the exercises prescribed. Following the collection of data samples from participants, statistical analysis will compare the three established home exercise programs to determine which home exercise program provided the greatest adherence rates. Data from the analysis will then potentially drive future decisions and design of HEPs at the clinic to maximize patient participation and benefit. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://dspace.husson.edu/handle/20.500.14298/1089 | |
| dc.language.iso | en_US | |
| dc.title | ADHERENCE VARIANCE OF DIFFERING EXERCISE PROGRAMS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH UPPER EXTREMITY TENDONITIS | |
| dc.type | Poster | |
| dspace.entity.type | Publication | |
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