Physical Activity Surveillance in Children and Adolescents Using Smartphone Technology: Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Self-reported physical activity (PA) questionnaires have traditionally been used for PA surveillance in children and adolescents, especially in free-living conditions. Objective measures are more accurate at measuring PA, but high cost often creates a barrier for their use in low- and middle-income settings. The advent of smartphone technology has greatly influenced mobile health and has offered new opportunities in health research, including PA surveillance.

Objective

This review aimed to systematically explore the use of smartphone technology for PA surveillance in children and adolescents, specifically focusing on the use of smartphone apps.

Methods

A literature search was conducted using 5 databases (PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, MEDLINE, and Web of Science)

SUBMITTER: Nasruddin NIN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10131756 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature