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Sahranavard M, Norouzi Seyed Hossini R, Saffari M, Farokhnezhad Afshar P. Effect of Web-Based Physical Activity on the Quality of Life, Social Isolation and Well-being of the Older Population: A Systematic Review. Salmand: Iranian Journal of Ageing 2025; 20 (2)
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Mohsen Sahranavard1 
, Rasool Norouzi Seyed Hossini *2 , Marjan Saffari1 , Pouya Farokhnezhad Afshar3
, Rasool Norouzi Seyed Hossini *2 , Marjan Saffari1 , Pouya Farokhnezhad Afshar3
1- Department of Sport Sciences, Faculty of Humanities, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran.
2- Department of Sport Sciences, Faculty of Humanities, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran. ,rasool.norouzi@modares.ac.ir
3- Department of Gerontology, Faculty of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran Psychiatric Institute), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
2- Department of Sport Sciences, Faculty of Humanities, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran. ,
3- Department of Gerontology, Faculty of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran Psychiatric Institute), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Objectives: Web-based physical activity technologies are a potential strategy for improving quality of life, well-being, and reducing social isolation for older adults. This study aimed to examine the relationship between web-based physical activity and quality of life, well-being, and social isolation in the older population.
Method: A systematic review was conducted to identify research studies for web-based physical activity on quality of life, social isolation, and well-being. An electronic search was conducted using three databases, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science.
Results: This review found that web-based interventions vary significantly in design and outcomes. The results of some randomized studies, such as Hansen's (2024) study, showed a significant reduction in loneliness, while the quality of life did not change significantly. Steinman's study in 2024 also reported small improvements in depression, anxiety, and social isolation, along with improved mental health. However, some research, such as da Silva's (2022) study, did not show a significant effect on social isolation or quality of life. Overall, the findings suggest a positive impact of web-based interventions on the well-being of the elderly, while their impact on social isolation and quality of life is been inconsistent and dependent on the type of intervention.
Conclusion: This systematic review found that web-based physical activity interventions can significantly improve the quality of life and well-being of older adults. However, no significant effect was observed on social isolation. Therefore, future studies should be conducted with a more controlled and careful design to improve the generalizability of the results and to more comprehensively examine the effectiveness of these interventions in reducing social isolation in the elderly.
Method: A systematic review was conducted to identify research studies for web-based physical activity on quality of life, social isolation, and well-being. An electronic search was conducted using three databases, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science.
Results: This review found that web-based interventions vary significantly in design and outcomes. The results of some randomized studies, such as Hansen's (2024) study, showed a significant reduction in loneliness, while the quality of life did not change significantly. Steinman's study in 2024 also reported small improvements in depression, anxiety, and social isolation, along with improved mental health. However, some research, such as da Silva's (2022) study, did not show a significant effect on social isolation or quality of life. Overall, the findings suggest a positive impact of web-based interventions on the well-being of the elderly, while their impact on social isolation and quality of life is been inconsistent and dependent on the type of intervention.
Conclusion: This systematic review found that web-based physical activity interventions can significantly improve the quality of life and well-being of older adults. However, no significant effect was observed on social isolation. Therefore, future studies should be conducted with a more controlled and careful design to improve the generalizability of the results and to more comprehensively examine the effectiveness of these interventions in reducing social isolation in the elderly.
Keywords: Internet-Based Intervention, Exercise, Quality of life, Social isolation, Psychological Well-Being, Aged
Type of Study: Review paper |
Subject:
Psychology
Received: 2025/02/26 | Accepted: 2025/04/28 | Published: 2025/06/22
Received: 2025/02/26 | Accepted: 2025/04/28 | Published: 2025/06/22
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