Mobile Health stands out as a key tool in global health management, encompassing initiatives related to physical activity (PA). Despite this recognition, there remains a gap in strategies for efficiently promoting remote PA, especially customized to the unique behaviors of older adults, who typically encounter more health challenges than other demographics. Older adults Physical activity Health promotion intervention Mobile health application
Conditions
Interventions
This study utilized a parallel two-arm randomized controlled trial, with single-blind allocation to experimental and control groups. Pre-post test measurements were conducted using accelerometers. The
s diverse lifestyles, aiming to boost awareness and knowledge about PA.,The control group will not be exposed to any.
Experimental Behavioral,No Intervention Behavioral
Mobile Health Application for Physical Activity,Control group
Sponsors
Mahidol University
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
45 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1) Age 45 years and above. 2) Demonstrates normal mobility. 3) Proficient in reading, writing, and comprehending the Thai language. 4) Possesses consistent access to smart devices and the internet.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1) Individuals with disabilities. 2) Thai nationals residing abroad. 3) Individuals under the jurisdiction of correctional institutions. 4) Non-Thais or foreigners. 5) Monks, novices, and nuns. 6) Individuals who cannot read, write, and comprehend the Thai language.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Physical Activity (Objective) After the end of the intervention Accelerometers (ActiGraph) | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Sedentary Behavioral and Sleep After end of the intervention Accelerometers (ActiGraph) | — |
Countries
Thailand
Contacts
Public ContactNanthawan Pomkai
Thailand Physical Activity Knowledge Development Centre, Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University
Outcome results
None listed