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Abstract

Ensuring access to ongoing exercise programs for older adults with degenerative conditions is a challenge for allied health professionals. E-health technologies can help address this challenge. However, user acceptance is a critical determinant of their effectiveness. This study identified features influencing the willingness of older adults to use exercise software. It focused on user-friendliness, engagement, and user needs. Feedback was gathered via focus groups with thematic analysis used to analyse data. While participants perceived the software as user-friendly and engaging, intention to use the application was strongly influenced by perceptions about whether it met individual needs. While participants agreed that the software did provide a means for meeting their exercise needs, many identified on-the-spot expert support, safety, and social contact as being equally, if not more important than exercise. This study reinforces that well-designed, user-friendly applications will not necessarily engage and motivate users if they do not address user-prioritised needs.

Item Type:	Article
Authors/Creators:	Whetton, S and Visentin, D and Rowe, R and Rolf, D and Johns, S and Grayston, TI and Williams, A
Keywords:	GUI, older adults, usability, user priorities
Journal or Publication Title:	International Journal of Technology and Human Interaction
Publisher:	I G I Global
ISSN:	1548-3908
DOI / ID Number:	10.4018/IJTHI.2021100101
Copyright Information:	Copyright 2021, IGI Global
Related URLs:	Google Scholar: Visentin, D UTAS Profile: Visentin, D UTAS Profile: Johns, S Google Scholar: Williams, A UTAS Profile: Williams, A
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