Comparison of Two Park-Based Activities on Emotional Well-Being in Adults With Mobility Impairments
Mobility Limitation, Physical Disability
About this trial
This is an interventional prevention trial for Mobility Limitation
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: (1) ages between 18 and 60 years (2) non-progressive mobility impairment who use a manual wheelchair (e.g., SCI, transverse myelitis, amputation, spina bifida) (3) able to propel a manual wheelchair outdoors on even terrain independently (4) commit to complete the 5-week park visit program in both Fall and Spring seasons. Exclusion Criteria: (1) bald or not willing to donate a hair sample (2) weekly park visit to an urban park during the last 3 months (3) weekly moderate intensity exercise regimen during the last 3 months (4) having an endocrine disorder (that can affect cortisol levels (5) taking oral corticosteroids (6) receiving hormonal therapy (7) unstable medical condition that prevents outdoor moderate intensity activity (8) inadequate comprehension and verbal communication in English (i.e., inability to express basic needs, participate in measurement of outcomes, or provide consent to participate in the study) (9) visual impairment that cannot be corrected using assistive devices
Sites / Locations
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Experimental
Physical Activity
Sensory Engagement
Individuals in this group will wheel on a paved trail within the park for 30 minutes 2 times per week for 5 weeks.
Individuals in this group will sit comfortably in a peaceful area of the park and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature for 30 minutes 2 times per week for 5 weeks.