SYMPOSIUM S4.6: Going beyond the outcome data: process evaluations of interventions in physical activity and sedentary behaviour - S4.6.1 Implementation of a physical activity consultation service within routine diabetes care: A process evaluation (original) (raw)

Purpose: To explore the feasibility, implementation and effectiveness of a physical activity consultation (PAC) service for adults within routine diabetes care. Methods: A 12-month PAC intervention was delivered for adults with diabetes within one area of NHS Grampian. Participants received three face-to-face PACs with an Exercise Health Psychologist, in addition to a variety of follow-up contacts via phone or email. Outcomes were collected at baseline, 6&12 months to measure change in physical activity, BMI, HbA1C and psychological wellbeing. A process evaluation, using semi-structured interviews, session summaries and data input sheets, was performed by an independent colleague. Results: The PAC service is on-going. Of the initial 51 participants included in the process evaluation 51.2% were female, mean age 60.9±10.2 years, mean BMI 33.1±6.9, 83.7% had type 2 diabetes, and 55.8% had multiple co-morbidities. A significant increase was observed from baseline at 6 & 12-months in the...