PT Journal
AU Shirazipour, HC
   Eichler, E
   Safai, P
   Bassett-Gunter, LR
TI Exploring Quality Participation through Dance Movement Therapy for Parkinson's Disease
SO European Journal of Adapted Physical Activity
PY 2024
BP 4
EP 4
VL 17
IS 1
DI 10.5507/euj.2024.001
DE adapted physical activity; disability; autonomy; engagement; belongingness
AB The purpose of this study was to explore the utility of the six quality participation (QP) elements developed for physical activity programs for individuals with disability (autonomy, belongingness, challenge, engagement, mastery and meaning) within the context of dance movement therapy for individuals with Parkinson's Disease. This is a single-case study with semi-structured interviews that involved eight participants (six women and two men) from a dance movement therapy program for individuals with Parkinson's Disease, to explore participants' experiences within the context of the QP elements. Data were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis. Autonomy, engagement, and belongingness were identified as contributors to QP experiences. Insights were gained on the relevancy of the QP elements to assess QP among individuals with Parkinson's Disease in a dance movement therapy physical activity program. Findings also highlight potential nuances in the understanding and application of the QP elements for different populations with disabilities. In this case study, three of the QP elements had utility in situ and advanced our understanding of the multidimensional nature of QP for individuals with Parkinson's Disease.
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