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Digital Health Interventions for Promoting Healthy Aging: A Systematic Review of Adoption Patterns, Efficacy, and User Experience

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  • Majed M. Alruwaili

    (Nursing Administration Department, College of Nursing, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia)

  • Mostafa Shaban

    (Community Health Nursing Department, College of Nursing, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia)

  • Osama Mohamed Elsayed Ramadan

    (Maternity and Pediatric Health Nursing Department, College of Nursing, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia)

Abstract

Background: Global population aging poses challenges for healthcare. Digital health technologies may benefit older adults through enhanced access, monitoring, and self-care. This systematic review evaluates the intersection of digital health interventions and healthy aging, focusing on adoption, efficacy, and user experience. Methods: PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library were systematically searched for studies on digital health technologies for adults aged 50+ years. Randomized controlled trials, observational studies, surveys, and qualitative studies were included. Outcomes were adoption rates, efficacy, and qualitative feedback. Study quality was assessed using standardized tools. Results: 15 studies were included. Adoption increased during COVID-19, but divisions persist. Barriers like technology challenges and distrust require addressing. Web-based programs and telerehabilitation demonstrated benefits for behaviors and balance. Users had positive attitudes but emphasized patient-centric, ethical design. Most efficacy data were preliminary; more rigorous trials are needed. Discussion: Digital health interventions show promise for supporting healthy aging, but thoughtful implementation strategies tailored to user needs and capacities are essential to realizing benefits equitably. More efficacy research and studies on real-world integration and ethics are warranted. Conclusions: Digital health has significant potential for promoting healthy aging through enhanced access, monitoring, and self-care. However, evidence-based, patient-centered solutions are imperative to maximize adoption, efficacy, and positive user experience for diverse older adult populations.

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  • Majed M. Alruwaili & Mostafa Shaban & Osama Mohamed Elsayed Ramadan, 2023. "Digital Health Interventions for Promoting Healthy Aging: A Systematic Review of Adoption Patterns, Efficacy, and User Experience," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(23), pages 1-17, December.
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