Abstract
Over
the last 10 years, evidence has emerged that too much sedentary time
(e.g. time spent sitting down) has adverse effects on health, including
an increased risk of cardiovascular disease incidence and mortality. A
considerable amount of media attention has been given to the topic. The
current UK activity guidelines recommend that all adults should minimize
the amount of time spent being sedentary for extended periods. How best
to minimize sedentary behavior is a focus of ongoing research.
Understanding the impact of sedentary behaviors on the health of people
with stroke is vital as they are some of the most sedentary individuals
in society. Implementing strategies to encourage regular, short breaks
in sedentary behaviors has potential to improve health outcomes after
stroke. Intervention work already conducted with adults and older adults
suggests that sedentary behaviors can be changed. A research priority
is to explore the determinants of sedentary behavior in people with
stroke and to develop tailored interventions.
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