Journal of Osteoporosis and Physical Activity
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Daniel H Solomon

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• Research Article
  Development and Results of a Motivational Interviewing Program for Health Education to Facilitate Osteoporosis Self-Management
  Author(s): Maura D Iversen, Laura R Rekedal and Daniel H SolomonMaura D Iversen, Laura R Rekedal and Daniel H Solomon
  
  Introduction: Medication adherence is poor for many chronic conditions, including osteoporosis. Few proven interventions exist to improve Osteoporosis (OP) medication adherence. We report on methods to develop a telephonic motivational interviewing-based counseling program for health educators to promote osteoporosis medication adherence in elderly. Methods: Five health educators participated in an initial day and a half education training session. Motivational Interviewing techniques were reinforced by a behavioral scientist via semi-monthly calls over one year. At trial midpoint, two 20-30 minute client conversations were recorded. A certified Motivational Interview trainer evaluated performance using the Motivational Interviewing Treatment Integrity code (MITI) and provided feedback (scale: 0=poor to 5=excellent) to determine the extent of .. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2329-9509.1000116

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