Does a chatbot help older adults get more active?
This trial tests if a chatbot can help older adults increase their physical activity. You will get reminders and support through your smartphone and wear a small device to track your movement.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older.
- You live in Hong Kong and speak Chinese.
- You are not currently meeting the World Health Organization's recommended level of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity.
- You have a smartphone and can send and read text or voice messages.
- You are willing to wear an activity tracker for one week at three different times and answer phone calls at 3 and 9 months.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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