Physical Activity and Education Program for Somali Women
Stopped early · Not applicable
Conditions studied: Sedentary Lifestyle
In brief
There is a significant need for culturally adapted and effective health education programs to address rising rates of obesity and chronic disease concerns for refugee communities. Physical activity has been identified as an important prevention tool to prevent numerous chronic health conditions. This research tests the feasibility and acceptability of a culturally adapted physical activity intervention for sedentary adult Somali women. Study participants will be randomized to a 3-month physical activity program or a wait-list control group. The primary outcome is increases in physical activity between baseline and the end of the program as measured by pedometer.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT02254902
- Run by
- University of California, San Diego
- People needed
- 27
- Starts
- 2014-09-01
- Expected to finish
- 2015-12-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2016-05-13
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 65. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Sedentary (less than 90 minutes per week of moderate or vigorous physical activity)
- Self-identify as Somali
- Planning on living in the area for the next 6 months
- Ability to attend 12-weeks of in-person group sessions at a designated community site
You may not qualify if…
- Currently pregnant or within 3 months of delivery
- BMI greater than or equal to 40
- Medical conditions or physical problems that interfere with physical activity or require medical supervision to exercise
- Have another member of the household participating in the study
- Employment by one of the collaborating organizations
Where it is running
- University of California San Diego — La Jolla, California, United States
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