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Use and Usability of Wearable Devices in Assistive Living: A Scoping Review
Kymberlynn C Lee1, Andre W Kushniruk1, Elizabeth M Borycki1
1School of Health Information Science, University of Victoria, Canada.
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This paper describes a scoping review that explored the use and usability of wearable devices in assistive living with a focus on barriers to the real-world use of this technology in the home for the elderly. Published research was reviewed from the databases: PubMed, CINAHL, IEEE Xplore, and Web of Science. Using Arksey's et al.'s scoping review methodology relevant studies were identified, resulting in 37 reviewed for thematic analysis. The thematic analysis resulted in specific themes to barriers and facilitators in usability. Themes include privacy and security, technical challenges, providing a sense of safety and continued independence, and knowing connection to support is available if required. Wearable technology can positively contribute to elder care but a number of key issues and barriers remain.
