Capturing step counts at slow walking speeds in older adults: comparison of ankle and waist placement of measuring device.

Authors

  • Lisa A. Simpson
  • Janice J. Eng
  • Tara D. Klassen
  • Shannon B. Lim
  • Dennis R. Louie
  • Beena Parappilly
  • Brodie M. Sakakibara
  • Dominik Zbogar

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2340/16501977-1993

Keywords:

physical activity, measurement, pedometer, older adults.

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: It is important for older adults to be physically active, but many older adults walk slowly. This study examined the accuracy of a commercially available step-count device (Fitbit One) at slow speeds and compared the accuracy of the device when worn at the ankle and waist in older adults. METHODS: The Fitbit One was placed at the ankle and waist of participants (n=42

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Published

2015-06-30

How to Cite

Simpson, L. A., Eng, J. J., D. Klassen, T., B. Lim, S., R. Louie, D., Parappilly, B., … Zbogar, D. (2015). Capturing step counts at slow walking speeds in older adults: comparison of ankle and waist placement of measuring device. Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 47(9), 830–835. https://doi.org/10.2340/16501977-1993

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Original Report