AB002. Perspectives of Japanese elders and their healthcare providers on use of wearable technology to monitor their health at home: a qualitative exploration

Background: With 24 million Japanese elderly aging at home, the challenges of managing chronic conditions are significant. As many of Japan's elders manage multiple chronic conditions, investigating the usefulness of wearable health devices for this population is warranted. The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the perspectives of Japanese elders, their caretakers, and their healthcare providers on the use of technology and wearable devices to monitor health conditions and keep Japanese elders safe at home.