Reporter brief
Smartphone chatbot support did not improve exercise adherence or physical function in older adults versus paper instructions in RCT
What happened
This randomized controlled trial compared a 12-week home-based multicomponent exercise program delivered via a Telegram chatbot versus paper-based instructions in community-dwelling older adults. Both groups performed identical exercises targeting strength, balance, flexibility, and walking. The primary outcome was exercise adherence; secondary outcomes included physical function, physical activity, satisfaction, and safety. No results on outcomes were reported in the provided abstract.
Why it matters
Assessment pending; this report does not establish a change in evidence.
What it does NOT prove
- Limitations have not been recorded; consult the primary source.
Study design and sample
Rct; Human.
community-dwelling older adults
- Design
- Rct
- Sample
- —
- Journal
- University of Valencia
- Published
- Sep 21, 2026
Effect size
Not recorded.
Caveats
- Assessment: Superseded.
- Only the source material recorded on this evidence page was assessed.
Conflicts and funding
Not recorded.
Previous evidence
See the Exercise timeline and recorded assessment for prior evidence.
Primary source
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