Adherence to Actigraphic Devices in Elementary School-Aged Children: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Consistent wear is essential for valid and reliable actigraphy data. Adherence to actigraphy may be challenging in primary school children due to developmental and design considerations, yet no quantitative synthesis of adherence in this age group exists.

Objective

The aim of this study was to provide the first pooled estimate of actigraphy adherence in primary school-aged children and examine the impact of individual, device, and study-specific factors on adherence.

Methods

We searched seven electronic databases for studies reporting adherence to actigraphy in primary school-aged children. Searches were conducted in Embase, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Social Policy and Practice via OVID, Education Resources Information Center, British Education Index, and CINAHL vi

SUBMITTER: Morris AC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12582557 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature