Technology and physical activity for preventing cognitive and physical decline in older adults: Protocol of a pilot RCT.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cognitive frailty, defined as having both physical frailty and cognitive impairment that does not satisfy the criteria for Major Neurocognitive Disorder, represents an elevated risk for morbidity. Hence, it is crucial to mitigate such risks. Physical activity interventions have been found effective in protecting against physical frailty and cognitive deterioration. This pilot RCT examines if smartwatches and mobile phone applications can help to increase physical activity, thereby improving physical and cognitive outcomes.

Methods

Older individuals (n = 60) aged 60 to 85 years old will have their physical activity tracked using a smartwatch. The subjects will be randomized into two arms: one group will receive daily notification prompts if they did not reach the r

SUBMITTER: Kiah Hui Siew S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10889650 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature