Digital Physical Activity Interventions for Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Alley Stephanie J., Waters Kim M., Parker Felix, Peiris D. L. I. H. K., Fien Samantha, Rebar Amanda L., Vandelanotte Corneel
Primary Institution: Central Queensland University
Hypothesis
Are digital interventions effective in promoting physical activity among older adults?
Conclusion
Digital physical activity interventions are effective at increasing physical activity in older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- 22 systematic reviews and meta-analyses were included in the study.
- 95% of reviews had low or critically low confidence ratings.
- 78% of narrative syntheses found strong or moderate evidence for positive effects on physical activity outcomes.
Takeaway
Using apps and devices can help older people move more and be healthier.
Methodology
A systematic umbrella review and meta-meta-analysis of 22 systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
Potential Biases
Many reviews did not account for risk of bias in their findings.
Limitations
Most reviews had low confidence ratings and few included long-term follow-up outcomes.
Participant Demographics
Most participants were older adults, with some studies including individuals as young as 50.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
(0.39 – 0.65)
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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