Phone nudges get seniors out of bed – study tests if tech boosts activity

NCT ID NCT06336252

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study tested whether a mobile app that gives visual feedback and motivational messages can help older adults (60+) with conditions like COPD, heart failure, or Parkinson's become more active during their hospital stay and for three months after going home. Researchers tracked 130 participants' time out of bed using a small accelerometer. The goal was to see if simple tech nudges can improve physical activity and reduce hospital readmissions.

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Locations

  • Christian Dall

    Copenhagen, 2400, Denmark

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