Evaluation of free mobile health applications for pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence

Karsalia, Moli; Malik, Rena D.

doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2021.07.046

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“…mobile applications) or online resources. 25 , 26 Furthermore, our research team has determined that a one-time webinar can produce knowledge changes among postpartum women over a longitudinal period; however, a webinar did not change engagement in help-seeking behaviors or pelvic muscle exercise frequency. 18 However, our findings related to subjective norms within this study demonstrate that women frequently use online resources but find them inadequate.…”

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“We don’t talk about it enough”: Perceptions of pelvic health among postpartum women in rural communities

Snyder

Mollard

Bargstadt-Wilson

et al. 2022

Womens Health (Lond Engl)

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Purpose: A descriptive qualitative study was conducted to explore perceptions and experiences related to pelvic health in the postpartum period among a cohort of women residing in communities with less than 50,000 residents. Methods: A semi-structured interview approach guided by the Theory of Planned Behavior was used. Postpartum individuals (<6 months since childbirth) were interviewed in the fall/winter of 2021–2022. Results: Specific to individuals’ attitudes toward pelvic health, women viewed Kegels as an important component to improving pelvic health but had a negative attitude toward their own pelvic health, often identifying their pelvic floor as “weak.” The subjective norms influencing a woman’s perception were typically, a positive influence by family/friends and the Internet, although the Internet was viewed as an insufficient resource. Healthcare providers were noted as an infrequent and ineffective resource for education and support in the postpartum period. Finally, women’s perceived behavioral control to manage their pelvic health was influenced by limited knowledge of pelvic health and time, and a desire for more education from their primary care provider and geographical barriers. Conclusion: Innovative strategies are needed to support postpartum women’s pelvic health within rural communities. Primary care providers may benefit from the development of “quick tips” by specialists, such as women’s health physical therapists, to optimize pelvic health discussions with their postpartum patients. Education interventions targeted toward postpartum women in rural communities should focus on strategies that address the geographic barriers identified while still providing individualized care. Options, such as webinars, telehealth, and text message interventions, could be considered.

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confidence: 99%

“We don’t talk about it enough”: Perceptions of pelvic health among postpartum women in rural communities

Snyder

Mollard

Bargstadt-Wilson

et al. 2022

Womens Health (Lond Engl)

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“…14,15 However, quality deficiencies in digital apps are also repeatedly criticized, especially in the market of apps which are free of charge. 16,17 In addition, most mhealth intervention and evaluation studies include a study population that is mostly well below the average age of 65, meaning that the results cannot be generalized for the elderly.…”

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“…Further systematic reviews show similar effects for the use of digital apps for pelvic floor muscle training and self‐management in UI, leading to significantly better outcomes of symptoms, quality of life, treatment adherence and self‐management of UI 14,15 . However, quality deficiencies in digital apps are also repeatedly criticized, especially in the market of apps which are free of charge 16,17 …”

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Scoping review: Technology‐based nursing interventions for urinary incontinence for individuals 65 years and older

Gröning,

Schöttler,

Michalski

et al. 2024

Int J of Uro Nursing

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To review and summarize the available evidence on technology‐based nursing interventions for urinary incontinence. Scoping review. A review of english and German research articles published up to April 2024 examining nursing interventions in older people (> = 65 years) was conducted. Studies were retrieved by searching the Medline electronic database via PubMed and CINAHL database. Eight studies met the inclusion criteria. The review followed the updated methodological guidance for the conduct of scoping reviews published in 2020. Eight studies and three different types of interventions based on digital technologies were identified: sensor‐based interventions, app‐based interventions and computer‐based digital expert systems. The interventions showed positive and no effects. The studies showed a high variety in terms of study designs, settings, measurement instruments, measured outcomes and were consequently not comparable. The current research density is too low to recommend interventions. Therefore, more high‐quality studies are needed. Studies should be designed to be comparable, if possible. The definition of a core outcome set is therefore indicated. There is a research gap that should be closed by high‐quality and comparable studies so that patients can benefit from evidence‐based incontinence care in the future. Defining core outcomes can help to better compare future studies. Technology‐based interventions should be investigated specifically for older people in the future as, in addition to the potential for improved incontinence care, they also have the potential to reduce the burden on caregivers and conserve staff resources. No patient or public contribution.

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Assessment of Stress Urinary Incontinence-Related Podcasts on Stitcher

Ashai¹,

Pace²,

Malik³

2023

Urology

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Evaluation of free mobile health applications for pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence

Cited by 9 publications

References 9 publications

“We don’t talk about it enough”: Perceptions of pelvic health among postpartum women in rural communities

“We don’t talk about it enough”: Perceptions of pelvic health among postpartum women in rural communities

Scoping review: Technology‐based nursing interventions for urinary incontinence for individuals 65 years and older

Assessment of Stress Urinary Incontinence-Related Podcasts on Stitcher

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