Table 1 Overview of the exercise programs
Characteristics | Digital program | Booklet |
|---|---|---|
Exercise presentation | Video clips with oral instructions. A repository of exercises were organized into 10 groups: 5 groups of exercises to increase lower-limb muscle strength, 2 groups to improve balance and 3 groups combining strength and balance in gait and step exercises. Each group contained exercises on different levels of difficulty. | Drawings with written instructions. A repository of exercises were organized into strength and balance exercises, each part divided in 3 different levels of difficulty. |
Behaviour change support | Written feedback from virtual physiotherapist, activity planning, monitoring progress (i.e. charting activities and frequency of exercise). | None |
Exercise diary | Integrated in digital program | Paper based returned monthly |
Safety instructions | Adapted advice for every exercise in the videos and optional advice for every exercise group. General safety information for everyday life. | A page in the booklet presented general safety instructions while doing the exercises. |
Other | Examples of exercises integrated into everyday activities and tips on how to do exercises outdoors. | None |