Web-Based Physical Activity Interventions for Older Adults: A Review

Mohadis, Hazwani Mohd; Ali, Nazlena Mohamad; Shahar, Suzana; Smeaton, Alan F.

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“…Moreover, the effectiveness of delivering health-related information intended for behavior change through telehealth is equal to that of print-based delivery [ 10 ]. While telehealth presents a promising platform for conducting interventions, telehealth interventions need to be further examined in older populations [ 11 , 12 ], particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic [ 13 ]. Our pilot study sought to examine how a telehealth intervention changed activity profiles in older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic.…”

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The Impact of a Telehealth Intervention on Activity Profiles in Older Adults during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Pilot Study

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Background: Physical inactivity during the COVID-19 pandemic is a public health concern for older adults. Telehealth presents a safe platform for conducting health-related interventions that may have additional benefits such as widespread reach. Our pilot study sought to examine how a telehealth intervention changed activity profiles in older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: There were n = 13 adults aged 70.6 ± 4.5 years that participated in a 6 week telehealth intervention during the COVID-19 pandemic. The didactic intervention contents were shared online, and participants worked with trained interviewers over the telephone to discuss physical activity. At baseline and post-intervention, the Multimedia Activity Recall for Children and Adults examined activity profiles, while accelerometry estimated time spent sedentary and in physical activity. Results: Relative to the baseline measures, there was an 88 min/day (95% confidence interval (CI): 39, 137) increase in computer time and 36 min/day (CI: 10, 62) reduction in time spent in active transport at post-intervention. Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity participation also increased by an estimated 2 min/day (CI: −21, 26) and 12 min/week (CI: −154, 180), but this trend was not statistically significant. Conclusion: We recommend that support be provided to older adults transitioning to telehealth, especially as migration to telehealth progresses.

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The Impact of a Telehealth Intervention on Activity Profiles in Older Adults during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Pilot Study

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“…All the interventions (11/11, 100%) provided instructions on how to perform the behavior, which other authors have pointed out as the core of most web-based interventions [ 65 ]. Many (5/11, 45%) proposed automated feedback, which would be one of the most effective delivery modes leading to behavior change in adults [ 26 ]. Only 9% (1/11) of the interventions included a forum with peers, and it was underused by participants, which is inconsistent with other studies in which adults aged ≥50 years showed high use [ 66 ] and appreciation [ 67 ].…”

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“…As motivation is an intrinsic factor (ie, each person must identify their own), increasing individual motivation among older adults may facilitate behavior change [ 76 ]. In this sense, future web-based interventions among older adults should target this determinant as a way to help them adopt healthy lifestyle habits [ 26 ]. This review also found that older adults appear to appreciate interventions that include support from a coach, which also supports their motivation for change and engagement with the intervention.…”

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“…There is another review of the literature that examined web-based interventions to promote PA in older adults. This review included primary studies with samples of older adults aged ≥55 years and other age groups as well (ie, adults) [ 26 ], which means that the interventions included were not specific to older adults. Although there is no consensus in the literature on the specific age used to define old age, the World Health Organization [ 2 ] suggests defining older adults as persons aged ≥65 years.…”

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Web-Based Interventions to Promote Healthy Lifestyles for Older Adults: Scoping Review

Lavoie¹,

Dubé²

2022

Interact J Med Res

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Background With the aging of the population and rising rates of chronic diseases, web-based interventions could be considered to support older adults in adopting healthy lifestyles. To date, published knowledge syntheses have focused on quantitative studies among older adults aged ≥50 years. However, those aged ≥65 years may have different needs to be met by these interventions because of the biological and physiological changes associated with aging, and qualitative studies could help advance knowledge in this field. Objective The objective of this scoping review is to explore the extent of the literature on web-based interventions aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles among people aged ≥65 years. Methods A scoping review was conducted based on the framework proposed by Levac et al. Six databases (ie, MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Web of Science, the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, and the Joanna Briggs Library) and gray literature (ie, Google Scholar and OpenGrey) were searched. The final search was conducted on June 23, 2021. The studies were selected by 2 persons (AL and ML) independently. The included studies were systematic reviews and qualitative and quantitative studies focusing on web-based interventions to promote healthy lifestyles in people aged ≥65 years that were published in French or English between 1990 and 2021. Data were extracted in a table and synthesized based on the conceptualization of web-based interventions (ie, according to the use parameters, behavior change techniques, delivery modes, and theories). A thematic analysis was performed. Results In total, 20 articles were included in this review, which represents studies focused on 11 distinct interventions. All of the interventions (11/11, 100%) aimed to promote physical activity among older adults. The number of intervention sessions varied from 5 to 16, with a frequency from daily to once every 2 weeks. Diverse delivery modes such as electronic diary, video, and phone call were found. The most used behavior change techniques were instruction, feedback, and self-monitoring. Few interventions (6/11, 55%) were based on a theory. A favorable trend was observed in increasing physical activity, and 5 themes emerged that appeared to be central to behavior change among older adults: motivation, support, tailoring, barriers, and perceptions. Conclusions This scoping review provides a better understanding of the components of web-based interventions and their outcomes on the healthy lifestyles of people aged ≥65 years. These findings could provide important guidance for the design and development of future web-based interventions in this field. Further research is needed to continue the development and evaluation of innovative and accessible interventions to promote healthy lifestyles among older adults. International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID) RR2-10.2196/23207

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“…Therefore, a health system named WeSihat [11]. In 2015, a group of researchers [9] reported a review regarding web based physical activity intervention for older adults. It discovered that only two study have shown negative outcomes and subsequently ten studies reveal positive result.…”

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Persuasive technology as an intervention programs for Health care in Malaysia: a review

Aziz

Salleh

Yusof

et al. 2018

J. Fundam and Appl Sci.

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The statistics regarding health problem in Malaysia shows more than 50% of Malaysian adults have at least one of Non-Communicable Disease. Thus, effort to create awareness as well as promoting mind-set change with regards to health habit is paramount. Researches prove that ICT played significant role in influencing the way of thinking, behaviour and decision making. Intervention programs through computer application should be used to persuade and support health awareness, treatment and prevention. This paper investigate and review studies using persuasive technology in health intervention program in Malaysia. It presents the main objective, the technology persuasive principles and final findings of each study. In conclusion, the application of persuasive technology brings positive impact to awareness creation, aiding prevention and support to change as well as influencing people for a better healthy living.

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Web-Based Physical Activity Interventions for Older Adults: A Review

Cited by 5 publications

References 34 publications

The Impact of a Telehealth Intervention on Activity Profiles in Older Adults during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Pilot Study

The Impact of a Telehealth Intervention on Activity Profiles in Older Adults during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Pilot Study

Web-Based Interventions to Promote Healthy Lifestyles for Older Adults: Scoping Review

Persuasive technology as an intervention programs for Health care in Malaysia: a review

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