Adoption of mHealth Apps in Chronic Care: Healthcare Professionals' Views

Managing chronic diseases like Multiple Sclerosis (MS) can benefit from innovative solutions, such as mHealth apps, to enhance patient self-management and clinical decision-making. While prior studies have explored patient adoption of mHealth apps, little is known about healthcare professionals' (HCPS) perspectives on their value for the clinical setting. This study investigates HCPs' perceptions of the More Stamina app, designed to help MS patients manage fatigue. Using the Technology Acceptance Model, we explore how HCPs perceive the app and their integration into MS care. The study included interviews and questionnaires. HCPs highlighted the app's value in facilitating data collection, enhancing understanding of symptom patterns and personalised care. Patients and HCPs have become more familiar with mobile technologies, prompting their acceptance of mHealth solutions. This growing familiarity and perceived usefulness by HCPs are promising for mHealth adoption in clinical practice and critical for their integration as supportive tools for chronic care.