Application of wearable devices in weight management for adults: a scoping review
10.3760/cma.j.cn115682-20241203-06635
- VernacularTitle:可穿戴设备在成年人体重管理中应用的范围综述
- Author:
Yuqing CHEN
1
;
Jiwei DU
Author Information
1. 佳木斯大学临床医学院，佳木斯 154002
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Wearable terminal;
Wearable electronic devices;
Weight management;
Adult;
Scoping review
- From:
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing
2025;31(22):3063-3070
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective:To implement a scoping review of the application of wearable devices in adult weight management, identifying the types and characteristics, working principles and functions, impact on healthy lifestyles, effectiveness and user adherence of wearable devices.Methods:According to the scoping review framework, the literature on the application of wearable devices in weight management for adults was systematically searched in PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, PsycINFO, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, WanFang Data, VIP, and China Biology Medicine disc. The search period was from database establishment to June 20, 2024. Two researchers performed data extraction and summary analysis of the included literature.Results:A total of 23 papers were included, including 21 randomized controlled trials and two quasi-experimental studies, published from 2011 to 2024. Wearable devices combined with lifestyle interventions achieved weight management goals by reducing adult weight, waist circumference and body fat, and increased physical activity, reduced sedentary behavior and improved eating habits.Conclusions:Wearable devices demonstrate some advantages in weight management, but their use still needs to be supported by further empirical studies to ensure their effectiveness in different populations and settings to inform the development of weight management intervention programs.
