ORIGINAL RESEARCH
Community Readiness for Adopting a Physical Activity Program for People With Arthritis in West Virginia
| Barrier | Respondents, % |
|---|---|
| Lack of transportation | 20 |
| Class fees | 14 |
| Lack of interest | 14 |
| Poor marketing | 9 |
| Lack of program funding | 7 |
| Lack of instructors | 6 |
| Lack of facilities | 6 |
| Lack of arthritis education | 5 |
| Other | 19 |
Figure. Commonly cited barriers to promoting physical activity among people with arthritis and the percentage of survey participants who identified them. Participants were permitted to identify more than 1 barrier.
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