Promotion of physical activity-related health competence using digital workplace-based health promotion: protocol for a controlled before-and-after study

Oppermann, Leonard; Dierks, Marie‐Luise

doi:10.1136/bmjsem-2022-001464

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“…The study protocol has been published elsewhere (22). Unfortunately, recruitment for the control group did not follow the intended procedures.…”

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Promotion of physical activity-related health competence using digital workplace-based health promotion: a pilot study for office workers

Oppermann,

Dierks

2024

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Introduction: Engaging in health-enhancing physical activity (HEPA) can reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases, which is particularly important for office workers with sedentary lifestyles. Therefore, time- and location-independent interventions for increasing HEPA are necessary. Methods: To achieve long-term changes in HEPA, interventions can be based on physical activity-related health competence (PAHCO). 48 office workers (83% female, 50 ± 8 years) completed an intervention consisted of bi-weekly exercise videos for five weeks, supplemented by PAHCO and anatomical education. The participants' HEPA levels were measured using the BSA-F questionnaire and a physical activity diary, with follow-up measurements at three months. Results: There was a significant increase in PAHCO (p = .002), especially in control competence (p < .001), after the intervention and at follow-up. The other sub-competences also increased, but not significantly. HEPA decreased after the intervention and at follow-up, but the decrease was not statistically significant. Discussion: The study indicates that the intervention can improve PAHCO in a real-world setting. However, its impact on actual HEPA levels is inconclusive, requiring further research with a more robust design and objective PA measures.

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“…The study protocol has been published elsewhere (22). Unfortunately, recruitment for the control group did not follow the intended procedures.…”

Section: Study Design and Participantsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Promotion of physical activity-related health competence using digital workplace-based health promotion: a pilot study for office workers

Oppermann,

Dierks

2024

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“…Based on the current literature (Kwasnicka et al ., 2022), we define DWHP as the use of digital means and tools to create and deliver health interventions for employees. This includes digital health applications, for example, for smartphones, activity trackers and sensors used for automated feedback on health behaviour (Roossien et al ., 2021), digitally providing health information for employees, using digital platform for all parts of the WHP-cycle, covering need assessment, intervention and evaluation (Walter et al ., 2019), or providing WHP activities as videos (Oppermann and Dierks, 2023), via streaming or as recordings.…”

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Digital workplace health promotion: a pilot study during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic in Germany

Nöhammer

Fischmann

2023

IJWHM

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PurposePreventing diseases and promoting health is most effective in large settings like the workplace. Digital workplace health promotion (DWHP) became more popular during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. While e-health appliances have received research interest, little is known regarding the target populations' perspective on and potentials of the DWPH.Design/methodology/approachAn online pilot study was done in Germany in June 2021. The study is representative regarding age, gender and education. The user perspective on DWHP was investigated using 12 quantitative and 2 qualitative items.FindingsThe majority of the 690 participants perceives DWHP as valid long-term addition to regular workplace health promotion. Nearly 55.7% use DWHP when available, but most (65.4%) do not use these offers more than regular ones. Spontaneous participation is relevant for about 55%. Problems occur due to technical equipment (29.4%) and premises (36.3%). Open remarks highlight specifics to be observed in offer design, for example, data security issues.Research limitations/implicationsTo conclude, DWHP has a high potential to improve health at the workplace initiatives regarding participation rates, outcomes and costs. Challenges can be overcome by ensuring data protection and skills, which can be transferred to other life domains, improving population health. The potentials of DWHP for population health via spillover effects, employee well-being and employer branding have not yet been reached.Originality/valueThe aim of this study is giving a first overview of employee views on and use of DWHP.

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Promotion of physical activity-related health competence in the workplace—a qualitative evaluation of a pilot program

Oppermann,

Posselt,

Seidel

et al. 2024

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Zusammenfassung Hintergrund Körperliche Aktivität kann einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Prävention chronischer Erkrankungen leisten. Büroangestellte bewegen sich jedoch häufig zu wenig. Deshalb wurde ein digitales Bewegungsprogramm für diese Zielgruppe entwickelt, das sich direkt am Schreibtisch durchführen lässt. Es enthält wöchentliche Videoübungen, die durch wissensbasierte Aspekte und motivationsfördernde Informationen auf Basis des Modells der bewegungsbezogenen Gesundheitskompetenz ergänzt wurden. Begleitend wurden die Teilnahmemotivation am Bewegungsprogramm und potenzielle Barrieren aus der Perspektive der Nutzenden erhoben mit dem Ziel, das Programm zu evaluieren und anhand der Ergebnisse anzupassen. Studiendesign und Untersuchungsmethoden Auf Basis von leitfadengestützten Interviews wurden 11 Personen aus der Interventionsgruppe (5 Abbrecher*innen und 6, die die Studie abgeschlossen haben; Altersdurchschnitt: 49 ± 8 Jahre) zu ihrer Wahrnehmung des Bewegungsprogramms befragt. Der Leitfaden beinhaltete Fragen zur Bewegung im (Arbeits)alltag, dem Ablauf und der Bewertung des Bewegungsprogramms. Die Auswertung erfolgte anhand der strukturierenden qualitativen Inhaltsanalyse nach Kuckartz. Ergebnisse Die Befragten bewerten das Bewegungsprogramm, insbesondere die kurzen Videos, die jeweils eine Übung und Erklärungen dazu beinhalten, mehrheitlich positiv. Ein förderlicher Faktor zur Teilnahme am Bewegungsprogramm war dessen Design. Zu Barrieren für die Teilnahme zählen das Arbeitsumfeld, insbesondere die Bürosituation, potenzielle Reaktionen von Kolleg*innen, oder wahrgenommene Einstellungen der Vorgesetzten. Zum Abbruch der Teilnahme führten persönliche oder arbeitsbezogene Gründe wie Mehrarbeit oder ein eigenes Trainingsprogramm. Von den Teilnehmenden beschriebene Effekte des Programms beinhalten ein höheres Bewusstsein darüber, dass Bewegung wichtig ist, ebenso wie die Adaption von einzelnen passenden Übungen im eigenen Alltag. Schlussfolgerung Aus Sicht der Teilnehmenden besteht ein Bedarf nach mehr Bewegung am Arbeitsplatz. Damit die Implementierung gelingt, braucht es aber Unterstützung von den Organisationen (z. B. Unternehmen) und Kolleg*innen sowie Möglichkeiten, das Programm auf die eigene Arbeitssituation abzustimmen.

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Promotion of physical activity-related health competence using digital workplace-based health promotion: protocol for a controlled before-and-after study

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Promotion of physical activity-related health competence using digital workplace-based health promotion: a pilot study for office workers

Promotion of physical activity-related health competence using digital workplace-based health promotion: a pilot study for office workers

Digital workplace health promotion: a pilot study during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic in Germany

Promotion of physical activity-related health competence in the workplace—a qualitative evaluation of a pilot program

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