A roadmap: Social distancing physical activity data collection to protect those with intellectual disabilities
Open Access
- 10 May 2021
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Journal of Intellectual Disabilities
- Vol. 26 (3), 792-799
- https://doi.org/10.1177/17446295211009655
Abstract
The novel coronavirus may impact exercise habits of those with intellectual disabilities. Due to the mandated discontinuation of face-to-face research, investigators must adapt projects to protect all involved while collecting objective physical activity metrics. This brief report outlines a modification process of research methods to adhere to social distancing mandates present during COVID-19. Actions taken included electronic consent and assent forms, an electronic survey, and mailing an accelerometer with included instructions. The amended research methods were implemented without risk for virus transmission or undue burden on the research team, participant, or caregiver. Recruitment was likely impacted by the coronavirus-mediated quarantine, plausibly resulting in bias. Objective physical activity data collection can be sufficiently modified to protect those with intellectual disabilities and investigators. Future research designs may require greater participant incentives and the creation of in-home participation.Keywords
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