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Physical Activity


Physical Activity, Counseling

The AAFP recognizes that regular physical activity is desirable. The effectiveness of physician’s advice and counseling in this area is uncertain. (2002)

Grade: I recommendation)
Grade Definition: http://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/grades.htm
Clinical Considerations: http://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/uspsphys.htm