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Smart Rings in Remote Monitoring at Home: Older Patients' Perceptions and Expectations.
Melika Azim Zadegan1, Eeva Aromaa1, Tero Montonen1
1Business School, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland.
Summary
Older patients expect wearables like the Oura Ring to enhance well-being and enable proactive health management. Early patient involvement in remote monitoring (RM) decisions is crucial for successful implementation.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Digital Health
- Patient-Centered Care
Background:
- Limited understanding of older adults' perceptions of wearable technology for remote monitoring (RM).
- Exploring patient perspectives before RM implementation can improve effectiveness and outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore older patients' expectations of using the Oura Ring for home health monitoring.
- Investigated patient perspectives prior to RM use, unlike previous studies.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative interviews with 10 older patients diagnosed with iNPH in Finland.
- Data analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis, with patient expert involvement.
Main Results:
- Patients anticipated wearables to support self-tracking, proactive health management, and overall well-being.
- Perceived remote monitoring as reassuring, aligning with healthcare digitalization and reduced in-person contact.
Conclusions:
- Findings underscore the importance of engaging older patients with chronic conditions regarding home-based RM.
- Emphasizes early patient involvement in RM processes and technology selection.
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