The Effectiveness of Digital Health Interventions in Reducing Frailty Progression among Community-dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review.

Gaurav Ashok Chaudhary, Harishchandra Rameshchandra Chaudhari, Ram G Mundhe, Yashodeep Baburao Gaikwad

Department of General Medicine, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College (Deemed to be University), Hospital and Research Centre, Pune, Maharashtra, India.Department of General Medicine, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College (Deemed to be University), Hospital and Research Centre, Pune, Maharashtra, India. · pubmed

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Abstract

Frailty increases vulnerability to functional decline, hospitalization, and poor quality of life in older adults. Digital health interventions (DHIs), like mobile applications, wearable devices, and telehealth, show promise in promoting physical activity, self-management, and healthy aging. Thus, the purpose of this study is to thoroughly examine how well digital health treatments can stop or slow the evolution of frailty in older adults who live in the community.

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Research summary

Digital health interventions can slow the progression of frailty in community-dwelling older adults. The paper is relevant as it addresses the management of frailty, which is a significant aspect of aging and impacts longevity and quality of life in older adults.

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