Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Introduction to Stress and Lifestyle01:27

Introduction to Stress and Lifestyle

661
Stress is a multifaceted response to events perceived as challenging or threatening, highlighting physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral reactions. Physically, stress can lead to fatigue, sleep disruptions, and various health issues such as frequent colds, chest pains, and nausea. Emotionally, it can manifest as anxiety, depression, irritability, and anger triggered by both minor and major life events. Cognitively, it may result in difficulty in concentration, memory, and...
661
Lifestyle Factors and Health01:20

Lifestyle Factors and Health

516
Lifestyle factors play a critical role in maintaining overall health and preventing chronic diseases. Key elements, such as regular physical activity, a nutritious diet, and abstinence from smoking, can significantly enhance physical, mental, and emotional well-being while reducing the risk of several life-threatening conditions.
Benefits of Physical Activity
Physical activity, whether through structured exercise or casual activities like walking, biking, or dancing, is a cornerstone of a...
516
Nursing Interventions I: Taxonomy of Nursing Interventions01:03

Nursing Interventions I: Taxonomy of Nursing Interventions

4.0K
Nursing interventions are chosen as part of the planning process to achieve patient outcomes. Once nursing diagnoses are determined, the goals and outcomes are specified, then the nursing interventions are selected and individualized according to the patient's situation.
A nursing intervention is a treatment or action based on scientific concepts and knowledge from the nursing, behavioral, and physical sciences. Identifying and prioritizing nursing interventions based on the desired outcome...
4.0K
Nursing Interventions II: Selecting and Classifying the Nursing Interventions01:29

Nursing Interventions II: Selecting and Classifying the Nursing Interventions

3.5K
Creating and executing a nursing diagnosis helps nurses plan care and guide patient, family, and community interventions. They are developed based on a patient's physical evaluation and support measuring the outcomes. It is not recommended to select random interventions throughout the planning process. Instead, consider the following six essential factors when choosing interventions:
3.5K
Hypertension IV: Drug Therapy and Lifestyle Modifications01:28

Hypertension IV: Drug Therapy and Lifestyle Modifications

735
Multiple classes of antihypertensive medications are employed in treating hypertension. The most commonly recommended first-line treatments include:Thiazide Diuretics, such as chlorthalidone, increase sodium and water excretion from the body, reducing blood volume and blood pressure.Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, like lisinopril, block the conversion of angiotensin I to II, a potent vasoconstrictor lowering blood pressure.Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) prevent angiotensin II...
735
Community Based Intervention01:30

Community Based Intervention

492
Community-based interventions in mental health represent a paradigm shift from institution-centered care to treatments embedded within the fabric of local communities. By prioritizing inclusion and leveraging existing societal structures, this approach fosters a supportive environment conducive to addressing mental health challenges while promoting individual dignity and agency.
Foundations of Community Mental Health Programs
Central to the success of community-based interventions is the...
492

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Visual Digital Twins for Arthroplasty: Conceptual Dashboards Integrating Patient Clusters and Clinical Pathways.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2026
Same author

ICD-10 and SNOMED CT Representations of Cognitive Decline in All of Us.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2026
Same author

Digital Cousins in Arthroplasty: An Interpretable Clustering Framework.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2026
Same author

Clinical Pathways and Digital Twins in MIMIC-IV: A Proof-of-Concept Study.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2026
Same author

Designing a Multimodal Data Structure for Cognitive Decline Using All of Us Resources and Gemini Flash Thinking.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2026
Same author

Toward Clinical Digital Twins: A Three-Dimensional Framework for Knowledge Extraction, Pathway Modeling, and Visualization Using MIMIC-IV Data.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2026
Same journal

A GenAI Pipeline for Violinist Kinematic Data Management.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2026
Same journal

AMAL-For-Qatar: A Comprehensive AI Ecosystem for Fetal Ultrasound Analysis - Project Overview and Achievements.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2026
Same journal

Longitudinal Treatment-Aware Multimodal AI for Dermatology: A Scoping Review.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2026
Same journal

Predicting Postpartum Depression Using Imbalance-Aware Machine Learning.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2026
Same journal

Validation of Deep-Learning Models for Autosegmentation of Brain Metastases.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2026
Same journal

Delay-Dependent Gating in Modular RNNs.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 16, 2026

Oral Biofilm Sampling for Microbiome Analysis in Healthy Children
10:42

Oral Biofilm Sampling for Microbiome Analysis in Healthy Children

Published on: December 31, 2017

17.9K

A Healthy Lifestyle Intervention Application.

Trond Tufte1, Ankica Babic1

  • 1Department of Information Science, University of Bergen, Bergen, Hordaland, Norway.

Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|January 4, 2018
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

The MoveFit mobile health (mHealth) application effectively promotes physical activity through social and physical activity features. User testing confirmed its capability to encourage an active lifestyle and user engagement.

Keywords:
ApplicationSedentary LifestyleSocial Networking

More Related Videos

Author Spotlight: Using a Rabbit Model to Explore the Efficacy of Tuina in Treating Knee Osteoarthritis
04:23

Author Spotlight: Using a Rabbit Model to Explore the Efficacy of Tuina in Treating Knee Osteoarthritis

Published on: August 25, 2023

2.1K
Author Spotlight: Exploring the Complexities of Achilles Tendon Injuries — Research and Future Directions
08:48

Author Spotlight: Exploring the Complexities of Achilles Tendon Injuries — Research and Future Directions

Published on: October 27, 2023

1.6K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 16, 2026

Oral Biofilm Sampling for Microbiome Analysis in Healthy Children
10:42

Oral Biofilm Sampling for Microbiome Analysis in Healthy Children

Published on: December 31, 2017

17.9K
Author Spotlight: Using a Rabbit Model to Explore the Efficacy of Tuina in Treating Knee Osteoarthritis
04:23

Author Spotlight: Using a Rabbit Model to Explore the Efficacy of Tuina in Treating Knee Osteoarthritis

Published on: August 25, 2023

2.1K
Author Spotlight: Exploring the Complexities of Achilles Tendon Injuries — Research and Future Directions
08:48

Author Spotlight: Exploring the Complexities of Achilles Tendon Injuries — Research and Future Directions

Published on: October 27, 2023

1.6K

Area of Science:

  • Health Informatics
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Sedentary lifestyles pose significant public health challenges.
  • Mobile health (mHealth) tools offer a promising avenue for promoting physical activity.
  • Existing applications may lack comprehensive features for sustained engagement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate a smartphone-based mHealth tool, MoveFit, designed to promote an active lifestyle.
  • To integrate social and physical activity stimulating features within the MoveFit application.
  • To assess the usability and effectiveness of MoveFit in increasing physical activity.

Main Methods:

  • Design Science methodology was employed for the development of the MoveFit application.
  • Usability was evaluated by regular and expert users.
  • The application's potential to increase physical activity was assessed through expert input and focus groups.
  • Data collected by the app was used to document its effects.

Main Results:

  • The MoveFit application demonstrated a positive effect on promoting physical activity.
  • User testing indicated appreciation for features like social networking, activity monitoring, and route/activity creation.
  • The app successfully documented its capability to encourage an active lifestyle.

Conclusions:

  • The developed mHealth tool, MoveFit, is effective in promoting physical activity.
  • The integration of social and activity-stimulating features enhances user engagement.
  • MoveFit shows potential as a valuable tool for public health interventions aimed at increasing physical activity.