Acceptability of a physical activity program using a digital tool in the management of endometriosis

Endometriosis is a common condition affecting around 10% of women of childbearing age worldwide. Currently, adapted physical activities (APA) are increasingly used in the context of chronic diseases, often in conjunction with digital devices to help overcome some of the barriers to regular practice. However, it is essential to examine the technological acceptability to optimise the future use of these devices. The main aim of this study is to analyse the intention of women with endometriosis to use digital tools offering physical activities and to identify the factors most likely to predict this intention.

Participants completed an online survey, which included socio-demographic and medical questions, as well as subscales derived from the HITAM model on intention to use digital tools. The data were analysed using univariate and multivariate logistic regressions.

A total of 313 women (Mean age = 34.4; SD = 8.69) met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The statistical analyses showed that the intention to use a digital APA program was fairly high, with a preference for technologies that offer a high degree of freedom in practice. Analyses of the theoretical model showed in particular the importance of a favourable social discourse. The final model (perceived threat, norms, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and age) explained 57.74% of the variance in intention. Findings should be interpreted with caution due to the self-selected online sample and the high dropout rate (899 incomplete responses).