Effectiveness of an mHealth Application for Physical Activity Promotion Among Thai Older Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Nanthawan Pomkai, Danusorn Potharin, Dyah Anantalia Widyastari, Piyakrita Kaewpikul, Nattaporn Nilwatta, Vanapol Chamsukhee, Aunyarat Khanawapee, Chutima Yousomboon, Piyawat Katewongsa
Author Information
  1. Nanthawan Pomkai: Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Salaya, Phutthamonthon, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand.
  2. Danusorn Potharin: Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Salaya, Phutthamonthon, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand.
  3. Dyah Anantalia Widyastari: Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Salaya, Phutthamonthon, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand. ORCID
  4. Piyakrita Kaewpikul: Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Salaya, Phutthamonthon, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand.
  5. Nattaporn Nilwatta: Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Salaya, Phutthamonthon, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand.
  6. Vanapol Chamsukhee: Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit (MORU), Bangkok, Thailand.
  7. Aunyarat Khanawapee: Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Salaya, Phutthamonthon, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand.
  8. Chutima Yousomboon: Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Salaya, Phutthamonthon, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand.
  9. Piyawat Katewongsa: Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Salaya, Phutthamonthon, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand. ORCID

Abstract

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of mHealth delivered through LINE application in improving physical activity of older adults. This was a parallel, two-arm, randomized controlled trial, single-blind allocation to experimental and control groups. The sample consisted of 91 individuals (46 experimental and 45 control groups) aged 45���years or older, and had internet access. Intervention group received customized activities focused on raising awareness and knowledge provision for 8���weeks. Out of 91 participants, 82 completed the study (41 in each group). Comparison of Mean Difference values within groups found a significant difference at ���<���.05 (t���=���2.294). The experimental group increased their PA by 7.2���min on average, while the control group decreased to 44.1���min. Subgroup that fully complied with the activity process had a significantly higher percentage of adequate PA at P���=���.01 level (���=���7.853**). Tailoring activity content to older adults' diverse lifestyles via a Mobile Health application can effectively boost PA levels by meeting their needs conveniently and quickly.Clinical trial registration: Thai Clinical Trials Registry (TCTR) TCTR20240422004.

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MeSH Term

Humans
Male
Female
Telemedicine
Exercise
Thailand
Health Promotion
Middle Aged
Aged
Single-Blind Method
Mobile Applications
Southeast Asian People

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