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  • Gerontology
  • Digital Health
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Objective physical function measures in older adults predict health outcomes like disability and mortality.
  • Smartphone apps offer objective tracking of physical function changes over time.
  • App-based tests can guide remote interventions and provide prognostic information.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To test the usability of three smartphone app-based self-tests for physical function (Timed Up and Go, tandem stance, Five Times Sit-to-Stand) using an iterative design.

Main Methods:

  • Three iterations of app testing were conducted, involving healthy adults aged 60-80.
  • Testing occurred in lab settings initially, followed by a home-based study for the third iteration.
  • Usability problems were identified, addressed iteratively, and assessed using standardized questionnaires and interviews.

Main Results:

  • Initial usability issues were identified, with significant improvements in correct test performance after the first iteration.
  • The Five Times Sit-to-Stand test showed lower initial correct performance rates.
  • Home-based testing revealed new usability challenges, highlighting the importance of evaluating apps in real-world settings.

Conclusions:

  • The developed smartphone apps demonstrate potential for unsupervised self-testing of physical function in seniors at home.
  • Participants reported high ease of use, but further validation and improvements are needed before widespread adoption.
  • Evaluating app usability in both lab and home settings is crucial for identifying potential validity issues.