Health apps targeting children with overweight-a protocol for a systematic review with meta-analysis and Trial Sequential Analysis of randomised clinical trials.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The prevalence of overweight is increasing worldwide in children. Multi-component interventions incorporating diet, physical activity, and behavioural change have been shown to reduce body mass index (BMI). Whilst many children have their own smartphone, the clinical effects of using smartphone applications (apps) for overweight are unknown. This systematic review aims to ascertain the effects of mHealth apps in children with overweight.

Methods

We will include randomised clinical trials irrespective of publication type, year, status, or language. Children between 0 and 18 years with overweight will be included. We will compare apps targeting overweight versus sham app, no app, or usual intervention. No distinction about operative system will be considered (i.e. A

SUBMITTER: Rashid R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7014738 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature