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mHealth in pediatrics-finding healthcare solutions for the next generation

Alisa L Niksch1

  • 1Pediatric Electrophysiology and Cardiopulmonary Exercise Lab, Tufts University Medical Center, Boston, MA 02111, USA.

Mhealth
|March 16, 2017
PubMed

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Mobile health (mHealth) technologies offer improved healthcare but often neglect children's unique needs. Tailored mHealth solutions are crucial for pediatric patient engagement and better health outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric technology
  • Healthcare innovation
  • Digital health

Background:

  • Mobile health (mHealth) is transforming healthcare delivery and patient engagement.
  • Pediatric populations have unique developmental needs often overlooked in mHealth design.
  • Parental and community involvement is key in child healthcare.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the challenges and opportunities in developing pediatric-specific mHealth solutions.
  • To highlight the need for tailored mHealth technologies for children.
  • To discuss the role of connected care models in pediatric health.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current mHealth landscape for pediatric applications.
  • Analysis of developmental and physical challenges in pediatric mHealth design.
  • Exploration of parental and healthcare community roles in child mHealth.

Main Results:

  • Significant gap exists in mHealth solutions designed for children's evolving needs.
  • Pediatric-specific design considerations are essential for effective mHealth.
  • Connected care models present opportunities for improved pediatric health outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Tailored mHealth solutions are necessary to meet the unique needs of pediatric populations.
  • Addressing design challenges can unlock the potential of mHealth for children.
  • Further development of child-centric mHealth can enhance engagement and health outcomes.

Keywords:
Mobile health (mHealth)gamificationmedical homemobile apppediatricsself-managementtelehealth

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