JMIR Aging
A Smart Wheeled Walker With Integrated Physiological Monitoring to Improve Mobility in Older Adults: Randomized Crossover Trial
Abstract Background Mobility limitations in older adults are associated with an increased physiological cost of walking, reduced functional independence, and elevated fall risk. Conventional wheeled walkers improve stability but lack real-time physiological monitoring and safety feedback. Digital health–enabled assistive devices integrating physiological monitoring and fall detection may enhance mobility performance and safety. Objective This study aimed to evaluate the short-term effects of a smart wheeled walker …