Journal article
Wearable sensors and Mobile Health (mHealth) technologies to assess and promote physical activity in stroke: A narrative review
Brain Impairment, Vol.17(1), pp.34-42
2016
Abstract
Stroke is a leading cause of disability worldwide, with approximately one third of people left with permanent deficits impacting on their function. This may contribute to a physically inactive lifestyle and further associated health issues. Current research suggests that people after stroke are not meeting the recommended levels of physical activity, and are less active than people with other chronic illnesses. Thus, it is important to understand how to support people after stroke to uptake and maintain physical activity. Wearable sensors and mobile health (mHealth) technologies are a potential platform to measure and promote physical activity. Some of these technologies may incorporate behaviour change techniques such as real-time feedback. Although wearable activity trackers and smartphone technology are widely available, the feasibility and applicability of these technologies for people after stroke is unclear. This article reviews the devices available for assessment of physical activity in stroke and discusses the potential for advances in technology to promote physical activity in this population. © Copyright Australasian Society for the Study of Brain Impairment 2016.
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- Title
- Wearable sensors and Mobile Health (mHealth) technologies to assess and promote physical activity in stroke: A narrative review
- Authors
- Shamala Thilarajah (Author) - Australian Catholic UniversityRoss Clark (Author) - Australian Catholic UniversityG Williams (Author) - University of Melbourne
- Publication details
- Brain Impairment, Vol.17(1), pp.34-42
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Date published
- 2016
- DOI
- 10.1017/BrImp.2016.1
- ISSN
- 1443-9646
- Organisation Unit
- University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy; School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Legacy; School of Health - Public Health
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99450359102621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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