Social Media Chatbot on Physical Activity Education for Older Adults

Launched by TAIPEI MEDICAL UNIVERSITY · May 15, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how a social media chatbot can help older adults improve their physical activity and confidence in exercising. Over the course of 8 weeks, participants will receive daily multimedia health education about physical activity, along with real-time feedback and supportive messages through the Line app. The goal is to see if this approach can encourage more regular exercise and help older adults feel more capable of staying active.

To be eligible for this study, participants need to be between 60 and 85 years old, live in Taipei City, and be able to read, write, and listen to Chinese. They should also have used a smartphone recently and be comfortable using the Line app. However, those who have serious health issues that prevent them from exercising, or who require supervision while exercising, cannot participate. If you join the study, you will complete some questionnaires about your physical activity and exercise confidence, and you'll have the chance to engage with helpful resources designed to support your health and well-being.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Persons aged 60 to 85 years old living in Taipei City, healthy or with chronic conditions
• • 2. Those who can listen, read and write Chinese
• • 3. Those who have used smartphones in the past month and can use Line social software
• • 4. Those who voluntarily participate in this study, can understand the research content after explanation and explanation, and sign the subject consent form
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Those who are advised by a doctor not to exercise
• • 2. Those who must exercise under the supervision of medical personnel
• • 3. Patients with severe cardiovascular disease
• • 4. Anyone with disability or cognitive impairment
• • 5. Persons living in long-term care institutions