The REVAMP natural experiment study: the impact of a play-scape installation on park visitation and park-based physical activity

The REVAMP natural experiment study: the impact of a play-scape installation on park visitation and park-based physical activity

Abstract Background Designing parks that optimise visitation and support visitors to be active is important for public health. Yet there is very little evidence about whether playground refurbishment achieves these objectives. This study examined the impact of the installation of a play-scape in a l...

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Main Authors: Jenny Veitch, Jo Salmon, David Crawford, Gavin Abbott, Billie Giles-Corti, Alison Carver, Anna Timperio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-01-01
Series:International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity
Subjects:
Natural experiment
Park refurbishment
Play-scape
Park visitation
Physical activity
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12966-017-0625-5

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