The use of mobile devices for physical activity tracking in older adults' everyday life.

Alexander SeifertAnna SchlomannChristian RietzHans Rudolf Schelling

Published in: Digital health (2017)

The study presented representative data about the actual use of mobile tracking technology in persons over 50 years of age. Today, mainly active and younger elderly (mostly men) with a high interest in technology are using tracking technologies. Results indicate a need for further studies on motivational and usability aspects regarding the use of mobile health tracking devices by older adults.

Keyphrases

physical activity
electronic health record
machine learning
depressive symptoms
cross sectional
big data
community dwelling
health information