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[Using connected objects to favour patients' adherence to physical activity]
Alexander Arefyev1, Jean-Baptiste Lechauve2, Chloé Gay2
1Service de médecine physique et de réadaptation, CHU Clermont-Ferrand, INRA, Université Clermont Auvergne Clermont-Ferrand, France; UTEP, Service d'épidémiologie et de santé publique, CHU, Equipe PEPRADE, Université Clermont Auvergne, 63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France.
Revue De L'Infirmiere
|January 15, 2018
Summary
Connected objects can improve physical activity adherence for chronic low back pain patients. Understanding these factors helps tailor digital health applications for better patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Human-Computer Interaction
Background:
- Chronic low back pain (CLBP) significantly impacts patient quality of life and adherence to prescribed physical activity.
- Wearable technology and connected objects offer potential solutions for remote patient monitoring and engagement in physical therapy.
- Developing effective digital interventions requires understanding user-specific factors influencing technology adoption and sustained use.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify key factors influencing the utilization of connected objects for enhancing physical activity adherence in patients with CLBP.
- To inform the design and development of a targeted mobile application for CLBP management.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative exploration of factors impacting connected object use for physical activity in CLBP patients.
- Analysis focused on user-centric elements relevant to adherence and engagement with digital health tools.
Main Results:
- Identified specific user-related factors (e.g., usability, perceived benefit, social support) that influence the adoption and consistent use of connected objects.
- Highlighted the need for personalized and adaptive features within digital applications to address individual patient needs and preferences.
Conclusions:
- Factors influencing connected object use are critical for improving physical activity adherence in CLBP.
- The study's findings provide actionable insights for developing a more effective and user-centered application for chronic low back pain management.
