LEHI, Utah–(BUSINESS WIRE)–iTOK, a US-based technology advisory company that helps older adults get the most from their computers and devices, has announced the results of its Healthy Heart Survey, a survey which asked aging adults about their technology usage in regard to monitoring heart health. The results come right in time to celebrate American Heart Month, an annual reminder of the importance of heart health.
iTOK surveyed more than 130 participants from its member base, primarily aged 55 and older, between January 30 and February 5, 2015. Answers revealed the heart health conditions of respondents, how seniors currently are using technology to manage their heart health, and whether or not they would use technology if recommended by doctors or insurance plans. Some key findings include:
- 30% currently use technology to monitor their heart health.
- 95% would use technology to manage heart health if recommended by doctors.
- 91% would use technology to manage heart health if it lowered insurance costs.
- Most common technology currently used is a heart rate monitor/pacemaker (28%).
“Despite the common perception that aging adults have a skeptical attitude towards technology, the survey results show them to be extremely responsive to engaging with it,” said Seth Bailey, CEO of iTOK. “We’ve seen a plethora of new health-related technologies and devices enter the market within the last year, and that will continue to increase as baby boomers grow older. These results should be encouraging to medical professionals and healthcare technology companies as they develop new products targeted to our aging population.”
More information about the survey can be found at iTOK’s blog: http://itok.net/itok-infographic-using-technology-stay-heart-healthy.
About iTOK
As a premier technology support company in the US, iTOK is dedicated to educating and protecting its members online. The company specializes its services to help aging adults get the most from their computers and devices. iTOK’s mission is to connect, improve and protect its members’ digital lives with comprehensive technology advising and support. For more information about iTOK and its friendly, expert Technology Advisors, please visit the company’s official website at http://www.itok.net.
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Horn Group for iTOK
Toni Leigh, 415-905-4033
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