Comparing national device-based physical activity surveillance systems: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Physical activity surveillance systems are important for public health monitoring but rely mostly on self-report measurement of physical activity. Integration of device-based measurements in such systems can improve population estimates, however this is still relatively uncommon in existing surveillance systems. This systematic review aims to create an overview of the methodology used in existing device-based national PA surveillance systems.

Methods

Four literature databases (PubMed, Embase.com, SPORTDiscus and Web of Science) were searched, supplemented with backward tracking. Articles were included if they reported on population-based (inter)national surveillance systems measuring PA, sedentary time and/or adherence to PA guidelines. When available and in Engli

SUBMITTER: de Wolf I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11223351 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature