A cross-sectional study of physical activity participation among adults with chronic conditions participating in a digital health program.

Renae L Smith-RayNima NikzadTanya SinghJenny Z JiangMichael S TaitelGiorgio QuerJean CherrySteven R Steinhubl

Published in: Digital health (2019)

The feasibility of using a large database containing data from consumer-grade activity trackers was demonstrated through this epidemiological study of physical activity rates across age and condition status of participants. The approach and findings described may inform future research as the information age brings about new opportunities to manage and study massive amounts of data generated by connected devices.

Keyphrases

physical activity
health information
electronic health record
healthcare
body mass index
big data
public health
mental health
quality improvement
emergency department
risk factors
machine learning
deep learning