Blog Posts: Information technology

What does the research say about the intersection of digital technology and health?

Put on your dancing shoes? The combination of dancing and video games may improve some aspects of physical function.

Chatbots have entered the “chat”! Research delves into the use of chatbots as a way to help modify lifestyle behaviours.

Personal voice assistants like Apple's Siri, Amazon's Alexa or Google's Assistant are promising to enhance the functional capabilities of people who choose to age in place. But what do we know about their use by older adults?

Health information, advice, and programs are rampant on social media. Do they actually help?

Digital health technologies, like wearable tech, are becoming increasingly popular. But do they help people with cardiovascular disease? Let’s see what the research says.

Get your move on at home with the help of digital technology! Research shows benefits for physical function.

With over 10,000 mental health and wellness apps now available, how do you know where to start? Learn how to evaluate them and discover the top apps experts recommend with psychiatrist Dr. Anthony Levinson.

Apps, trackers, virtual reality! Research provides the lowdown on different tech strategies that aim to improve various aspects of our health.

Many seniors suffer from physical or mental health problems such as depression, anxiety or loneliness. Aging can also be accompanied by a decrease in autonomy and a sense of loss of identity. Does the ability to tell one's story in a digital format improve the well-being of older adults?

Is there an app for that? It is highly likely when it comes to health-related matters. Research suggests the following may be positively impacted by mobile health apps: weight management, blood sugar control, mental well-being, and physical activity.

Gamified smartphone apps show promise as a tool to help you get moving.

Remote-monitoring technologies and other virtual-care services appear promising to support aging in place. What can we learn from the body of research evidence about remote-monitoring technologies and whether there are fulfilling their promises?

Get gaming! Virtual reality therapy may help stroke survivors regain arm function and ease back into their daily activities.

Although no robust systematic review could be identified about zoom fatigue among older adults and the general population, experts have raised a red flag. The overuse of virtual communication platforms could lead to cognitive distortions and non-verbal overload inherent in video communication. This could even increase feelings of isolation and anxiety.

The way we look for our soul mate has evolved in the last few years at the same pace as technology. Several platforms to find love have been created. The same is true for other stages of a couple's life cycle: whether it is to maintain a relationship or to regain autonomy after the dissolution of a couple.

We can all use a helping hand from time to time. Being more physically active is one area where some of us need that extra assistance and motivation. Wearable activity trackers may be a source of support for people living with a rheumatic and/or musculoskeletal disease who are looking to increase their activity levels.

More and more smart technologies are making their way into our homes. While smart technologies appear promising to support aging at home, can it maintain our privacy?

Can telemedicine-based strategies help improve your mental well-being? Research shows some promise for improving depressive symptoms.

Are you interested in the evidence behind the use of mobile phone apps for blood sugar control? This strategy holds promise for those with type 2 diabetes, but its effectiveness for those with prediabetes or type 1 diabetes requires further investigation.