Mobile health applications for older people in Asia: protocol for a systematic review of end-user perceptions and recommendations
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.This systematic review explores Asian older adults' views on mobile health apps. Findings will inform culturally sensitive design for better digital health access in this demographic.
Area Of Science
- Gerontology
- Digital Health
- Human-Computer Interaction
Background
- Mobile technology significantly impacts social interaction and healthcare access.
- Cultural background influences technology adoption, particularly among older populations.
- Understanding these factors is crucial for effective mobile health (mHealth) application development.
Purpose Of The Study
- To systematically review end-user perceptions of mHealth applications among Asian older people.
- To identify design recommendations for culturally appropriate mHealth tools for this demographic.
Main Methods
- A systematic literature search of five databases (PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Medline, Cochrane) until May 2025.
- Inclusion of studies on Asian older adults (60+ years) with English/Chinese full texts.
- Data analysis using narrative approaches and effect direction plots; risk of bias and evidence quality assessed.
Main Results
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Conclusions
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