Exploring the Feasibility of a Digital Service to Improve Nutrition and Hydration Status of Older Adults
Exploring the Feasibility of a Digital Service to Improve Nutrition and Hydration Status of Older Adults: a Mixed-methods Study
Chloe French
30 participants
Mar 25, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Trial Design: This is a feasibility randomised controlled trial. Aim: The study aims to assess the feasibility of conducting a randomised controlled trial using a digital health tool (Keep-On-Keep-Up Nutrition, KOKU-Nut) to improve dietary intake in community-dwelling older adults. Objectives: 1. Is it feasible and practical to run KOKU-Nut study as a powered randomised controlled trial. 2. Adherence to the intervention, motivations, barriers and facilitators of engaging with KOKU-Nut Study population: Community-dwelling adults aged 65 and older Intervention: Participants in the intervention group will be asked to engage with KOKU-Nut at least 3 times a week throughout the 12-week period. A crib sheet and contact details for the research team will be available if participants require additional support to help with technical issues. Control: Participants will continue with usual care and receive a leaflet developed by Age UK about the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Timing and duration 3 month intervention with interviews carried out approximately one week after the intervention period
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- Aged 65 years or older
- Living independently in the community
- Have access to the internet (to complete online dietary assessment)
- Willing to use an iPad or tablet (their own or one provided) for the duration of the study
Exclusion Criteria2
- Unable to communicate in English
- Have a known cognitive impairment
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Interventions
Keep-on-Keep-Up (KOKU) is a free, tablet-based strength and balance exercise application that was soft launched in 2020 (https://kokuhealth.com/). KOKU is approved by the National Health Service (NHS) and Organisation for the Review of Care and Health Apps (ORCHA) as a lifestyle app and has been viewed positively by older adults after 6 weeks of independent use. KOKU-Nut is the latest development of this interactive platform and includes nutritional games based on the UK dietary guidelines to nudge older adults to improve their diet with a specific focus on protein, fibre and fluid.
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NCT05943366