72 * DEVELOPING A CHAIR BASED EXERCISE PROGRAMME FOR OLDER PEOPLE: A DELPHI STUDY

• DOI: 10.1093/ageing/afu133.3
• Publication Date: 2014-10-10T11:43:05Z
• Authors: K. Robinson; K. Anthony; P. Leighton; J. R. Gladman; A. Gordon; R. H. Harwood; P. Logan; T. Masud
• Keywords: CLARITY; Delphi; Delphi Method

Introduction: Chair based exercise (CBE) is often recommended to engage older people with compromised health and mobility in an accessible form of exercise. A systematic review looking at the benefits CBE for identified a lack clarity regarding purpose [Anthony et al, Biomed Research International, 2013, ID: 309506]. In absence strong evidence base consensus development may provide basis decision making further guidance. Objective: To develop on principles Methods: The framework was constructed through team workshop identifying 42 statements. four round electronic Delphi study 17 multi-disciplinary experts undertaken. threshold 70% agreement used determine consensus. Free text responses were analysed thematically. Between rounds number strategies (e.g. amended wording) move towards Results: 16 completed consultation. Consensus (>70% agreement) reached 46 statements classified into 7 groups; defining intended users, potential benefits, structure, format, risk management evaluation. 5 removed following comment. accepted were: 1. primarily seated programme (75%), 2.The using chair promote stability both sitting standing (87.5%), 3. should be considered as part continuum frail where progression encouraged (100%) 4. flexibly respond changing needs 5. Where possible starting point progress programmes (76.5%). Conclusion: has been set providing clearer underpinning their offering model implementation that requires