Research Article
Exergames on Line for Childhood Obesity: Using a Web Platform as an Ambulatory Program to Increase the Acceptance and Adherence to Physical Activity (PA)
@INPROCEEDINGS{10.1007/978-3-319-49655-9_17, author={Jessica Navarro and Patricia Escobar and Ausias Cebolla and Juan Lis\^{o}n and Julio Pitti and Jaime Guixerres and Cristina Botella and Rosa Ba\`{o}os}, title={Exergames on Line for Childhood Obesity: Using a Web Platform as an Ambulatory Program to Increase the Acceptance and Adherence to Physical Activity (PA)}, proceedings={eHealth 360°. International Summit on eHealth, Budapest, Hungary, June 14-16, 2016, Revised Selected Papers}, proceedings_a={EHEALTH360}, year={2017}, month={1}, keywords={Physical activity Exergames Adherence Acceptance Children Obesity}, doi={10.1007/978-3-319-49655-9_17} }- Jessica Navarro
Patricia Escobar
Ausias Cebolla
Juan Lisón
Julio Pitti
Jaime Guixerres
Cristina Botella
Rosa Baños
Year: 2017
Exergames on Line for Childhood Obesity: Using a Web Platform as an Ambulatory Program to Increase the Acceptance and Adherence to Physical Activity (PA)
EHEALTH360
Springer
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-49655-9_17
Abstract
Many initiatives exist to promote physical activity (PA) in children but dropouts are a very common outcome. Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) are considered as useful tools to promote adherence in PA. This study analyzes the acceptance and adherence of an Internet-based exergame (MOVE-IT) to promote PA compared to a non-technological ambulatory intervention (NTI). The role of clinicians support is also analyzed. Thirty one obese children (9–15 aged) were asked to do an exercise routine (3 times/week along 3 months), using a pamphlet (NTI) or MOVE-IT web. In addition, MOVE-IT participants were divided into two groups, with and without (S-EBW/NS-EBW) weekly support. Results showed no differences in adherence between conditions, but differences were found for acceptability and usability. MOVE-IT was considered more attractive and entertaining. Furthermore, S-EBW participants felt more comfortable and confident in the management of the program and informed greater intention to use it.
