Mobile applications to prescribe physical exercise in frail older adults: review of the available tools in app stores.

Luis Soto-BagariaSophie EisLaura Mónica PérezLorena Villa-GarcíaOriol de Solà-MoralesCarme CarrionMaria Giné-GarrigaMarco Inzitari

Published in: Age and ageing (2024)

Apps can be valuable tool in prescribing exercise for frail older adults living in the community. However, few apps seem useful on a large scale, and there is limited evidence to support their effectiveness. It is important to invest in adapting Information and Communication Technologies to this population group.

Keyphrases

physical activity
primary care
randomized controlled trial
community dwelling
systematic review
mental health
high intensity
health information
adverse drug
body composition
social media