"Exploring the barriers and facilitators which influence mHealth adoption among older adults: A literature review"

Aranha, Mathew; James, Karl; Deasy, Conor; Heavin, Ciara

doi:10.4017/gt.2021.20.2.424.06

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“…This study found that accessibility issues such as typing, screen size, cognition and memory, and hearing were a potential challenge to app adoption. This finding is supported by a review that identified usability features in mobile devices that found that device size and the complexity of interfaces are barriers to mHealth adoption [ 44 ]. Since most patients with HF are older adults who may experience age-associated physical and cognitive decline, integrating accessibility features such as digital zoom, speech-to-text, audio, and the conservative use of colours is critical to support app use among older adults [ 44 , 45 ].…”

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“…This finding is supported by a review that identified usability features in mobile devices that found that device size and the complexity of interfaces are barriers to mHealth adoption [ 44 ]. Since most patients with HF are older adults who may experience age-associated physical and cognitive decline, integrating accessibility features such as digital zoom, speech-to-text, audio, and the conservative use of colours is critical to support app use among older adults [ 44 , 45 ]. Evidence suggests that a technology that is intuitive will be more readily accepted as it requires less time and mental effort to learn and operate [ 44 , 46 ].…”

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“…Since most patients with HF are older adults who may experience age-associated physical and cognitive decline, integrating accessibility features such as digital zoom, speech-to-text, audio, and the conservative use of colours is critical to support app use among older adults [ 44 , 45 ]. Evidence suggests that a technology that is intuitive will be more readily accepted as it requires less time and mental effort to learn and operate [ 44 , 46 ]. This was echoed by our participants who shared that they preferred an app interface that was simple, user-friendly, intuitive, and simple.…”

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Patient perspectives on the use of mobile apps to support heart failure management: A qualitative descriptive study

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Background Adherence to diet and medical therapies are key to improving heart failure (HF) outcomes; however, nonadherence is common. While mobile apps may be a promising way to support patients with adherence via education and monitoring, HF patient perspectives regarding the use of apps for HF management in unknown. This data is critical for these tools to be successfully developed, implemented, and adopted to optimize adherence and improve HF outcomes. Objective To determine patients’ needs, motivations, and challenges on the use of mobile apps to support HF management. Methods A qualitative descriptive study using focus groups (n = 4,60 minutes) was conducted among HF patients from outpatient HF clinics in Toronto, Canada. The Diffusion of Innovation theory informed a ten-question interview guide. Interview transcripts were independently coded by two researchers and analyzed using content analysis. Results Nineteen HF patients (65 ± 10 yrs, 12 men) identified a total of four key themes related to the use of mobile apps. The theme ‘Factors impacting technology use by patients’ identified motivations and challenges to app use, including access to credible information, easy and accessible user-interface. Three themes described patients’ needs on the use of mobile apps to support HF management: 1) ‘Providing patient support through access to information and self-monitoring’, apps could provide education on HF-related content (e.g., diet, medication, symptoms); 2) ‘Facilitating connection and communication’, through information sharing with healthcare providers and connecting with other patients; 3) ‘Patient preferences’, app features such as reminders for medication, and visuals to show changes in HF symptoms were favoured. Conclusions HF patients perceive several benefits and challenges to app use for HF self-management. Capitalizing on the benefits and addressing the challenges during the app development process may maximize adoption of such tools in this patient population.

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“…De acordo com Schreurs et al, (2017), o apoio familiar pode favorecer a infoinclusão, uma vez que alguns idosos se sentem mais confiantes em ingressar no mundo digital ao serem encorajados por pessoas que fazem parte de seu convívio. Além disso, o idoso que conta com uma rede de suporte ativa e bem estruturada, tende a interagir de forma mais positiva com a tecnologia, enfrentando adversidades oriundas da interação tecnológica com mais facilidade, ademais, o suporte familiar auxilia o idoso a perceber a utilidade dos dispositivos tecnológicos (Aranha et al, 2021).…”

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Navegando em ondas virtuais: barreiras e facilitadores para a inclusão digital de idosos

Alvaro

Mello

Bernardo

et al. 2022

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Introdução: As tecnologias fazem parte do mundo contemporâneo e atuam como recursos para a realização de diversas atividades cotidianas. Desta forma, iniciativas de inclusão digital de idosos são espaços potencialmente favoráveis para a instrumentalização desta população no uso de dispositivos tecnológicos de informação e comunicação. Objetivo: Analisar as percepções dos idosos sobre as barreiras e facilitadores no processo de infoinclusão. Materiais e Métodos: Pesquisa qualitativa feita com 56 idosos, com idades que variaram entre 60 e 83 anos. A coleta foi feita por meio de grupo focal e diários de campo reflexivo. Os dados foram examinados através da análise de conteúdo de Bardin. Resultados: As barreiras que se apresentaram neste estudo estão relacionadas à pessoa, ao seu ambiente social e à própria tecnologia. Com relação aos facilitadores, foram elencados aspectos relacionados ao senso de autoeficácia, interesse e percepção de utilidade, assim como o suporte familiar adequado, solidariedade intergeracional e à metodologia de ensino e aprendizagem. Conclusão: As barreiras encontradas neste estudo foram associadas pelos participantes a experiências prévias ou inadequadas de inclusão digital. Os facilitadores, por sua vez, estavam vinculados a um processo atento e adequado às especificidades da aquisição de competências digitais para o público idoso. O suporte social apareceu como fator significativo, uma vez que se apresentou de forma ambivalente, mostrando a importância da existência de serviços de inclusão digital para a população idosa, assim como a relevância da qualidade das redes relacionais e de suporte.

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“…This study represents an analysis of data obtained from existing articles [ 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 , 13 , 14 , 15 , 16 , 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 , 21 , 22 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 26 , 27 , 28 ], online surveys (data from the survey “Barriers and facilitators of personalised medicine implementation- qualitative study under Regions4PerMed (H2020) project”, author of the survey Dorota Stefanicka—Wojtas), and results of the Health Technology in Connected & Integrated Care conference [ 2 ].…”

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eHealth and mHealth in Chronic Diseases—Identification of Barriers, Existing Solutions, and Promoters Based on a Survey of EU Stakeholders Involved in Regions4PerMed (H2020)

Stefanicka-Wojtas

Kurpas

2022

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Background: In recent years, rapid population ageing has become a worldwide phenomenon. Both electronic health services (eHealth) and mobile health services (mHealth) are becoming important components of healthcare delivery. The market for mHealth is growing extremely fast. However, despite the increasing investment and interest in eHealth, several challenges still need to be overcome to enable broader and more systematic implementation of ICT in healthcare. Methods: This study presents data from the survey “Barriers and facilitators of Personalised Medicine implementation- qualitative study under Regions4PerMed (H2020) project”. In addition, this paper discusses the results of the conference, Health Technology in Connected & Integrated Care, held under the Horizon 2020 project and interregional coordination for a fast and deep uptake of personalised health (Regions4Permed) (July 2020—online conference). The above sections were preceded by an analysis of existing articles. Results: The data obtained from the surveys show that the main barriers to the adoption of eHealth and mHealth are the lack of skills of seniors, but also the lack of user-friendly technology and a simple user interface. Access to individual data while ensuring its security and the lack of digitisation of medical data are also serious issues. In addition, medical digital solutions are overly fragmented due to national legislations that deviate from the General Data Protection Regulation. Conclusions: By using technological solutions, it is possible to improve diagnosis and treatment decisions, and better adapt treatment and reduce its duration and cost. However, there are still barriers to the development of eHealth. Clear recommendations for implementation are needed to enable further development of personalised eHealth and mHealth solutions

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"Exploring the barriers and facilitators which influence mHealth adoption among older adults: A literature review"

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Patient perspectives on the use of mobile apps to support heart failure management: A qualitative descriptive study

Patient perspectives on the use of mobile apps to support heart failure management: A qualitative descriptive study

Navegando em ondas virtuais: barreiras e facilitadores para a inclusão digital de idosos

eHealth and mHealth in Chronic Diseases—Identification of Barriers, Existing Solutions, and Promoters Based on a Survey of EU Stakeholders Involved in Regions4PerMed (H2020)

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