The effectiveness of telehealth on self-management for older adults with a chronic condition: A comprehensive narrative review of the literature. (July 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Guo, Yuqi; Albright, David
• Is Part Of: Journal of telemedicine and telecare. Volume 24:Number 6(2018)
• Page Start: 392
• Page End: 403
• Publication Date: 2018-07
• Subjects: Telehealth technology -- self-management -- chronic condition -- older adults; Telecommunication in medicine -- Periodicals; 610
• DOI: 10.1177/1357633X17706285
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1357-633X

Abstract

Introduction: Given the rapid global growth of older adults with chronic condition(s), the present study explored the effects of telehealth technologies on self-management among older adults with chronic condition(s). Methods: Clinical trial studies on telehealth self-management for older adults with chronic condition(s) published in peer reviewed journals were reviewed systematically. In addition, the potential biases were assessed for included studies. Results: This review identified 31 articles regarding the effectiveness of telehealth technologies on self-management among older adults. Discussion: According to the findings of the present study, telehealth technologies have shown effectiveness on improving self-care skills, improving self-monitoring behaviours and improving clinical outcomes among older adults with chronic condition(s) in different settings. Using telehealth technologies is an advisable intervention for promoting older patients' self-management. However, it is critical to consider racial diversity and culture-related health behaviour differences when using telehealth technologies.