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ArticleJMIR mHealth and uHealth2017

Using mHealth Technology in a Self-Management Intervention to Promote Physical Activity Among Adults With Chronic Disabling Conditions: Randomized Controlled Trial.

Matthew Plow, Meghan Golding

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Article in JMIR mHealth and uHealth, 2017. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT02833311 (Examining the Usability of Computer Tablets to Promote Symptom Self-management and Engagement in Healthy Behaviors in Adults With Chronic Conditions), which is not on this map. Cited by 20 papers, 3 of them syntheses that pooled it.

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NCT02833311 nacompletednot on this map

Examining the Usability of Computer Tablets to Promote Symptom Self-management and Engagement in Healthy Behaviors in Adults With Chronic Conditions

TypeinterventionalSponsorCase Western Reserve UniversityRan2013 to 2016Enrolled46ConditionsFibromyalgia, Multiple Sclerosis, Osteoarthritis, Sjögren's SyndromeArmsComputer Tablet Group, Paper and Pencil Group, Contact Control Group
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Authors and funding

2 authors.

Matthew Plow *Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, United States.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-5407-4089
Meghan GoldingFrances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, United States.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-7400-9495

Funding

SystemCHANGE Weight Management in Inflammatory Immune-Mediated DiseasesK01NR012975 · NINR · CLEVELAND CLINIC LERNER COM-CWRU · PI PLOW, MATTHEW A · 2012 to 2014
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NINR NIH HHS K01 NR012975
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundPhysical activity is considered a comprehensive approach for managing limitations in physical function among adults with chronic disabling conditions. However, adults with chronic disabling conditions often face many barriers to engaging in physical activity. A strategy to promote physical activity among adults with chronic disabling conditions is to encourage the use of mobile health (mHealth) apps.

objectiveThe objective of this pilot study was to examine the potential benefits of using commercially available mHealth apps in a self-management intervention among 46 adults with musculoskeletal or neurological conditions.

methodsParticipants were randomized to one of 3 intervention groups: (1) mHealth-based self-management intervention, (2) paper-based self-management intervention, and (3) contact-control intervention. Participants in all 3 groups met in person once and received 3 follow-up phone calls with a trained graduate assistant. Participants in the mHealth-based and paper-based groups received a computer tablet or a paper diary, respectively, to facilitate goal setting, self-monitoring, and action planning. Participants in the contact-control group received information on healthy behaviors without being taught skills to change behaviors. The following outcomes were measured at baseline and at the 7th week: physical activity (Physical Activity and Disability Survey-revised), psychosocial factors (self-efficacy, self-regulation, and social support), and physical function (Patient Report Outcomes Measurement Information System, 6-min walk test, 1-min chair stands, and 1-min arm curls).

resultsRepeated-measures multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) indicated significant differences between groups in physical activity levels (Wilks λ=0.71, F

conclusionsWe found that using commercially available mHealth apps in a self-management intervention shows promise in promoting physical activity among adults with musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. Further research is needed to identify the best ways of using commercially available mobile apps in self-management interventions.

trial registrationClinicaltrials.gov NCT02833311; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT02833311 (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6vDVSAw1w).

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behaviordisabled personsexercisegoalsmobile applicationsmotor activityself-careself-efficacysocial support Introduction

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PMCPMC5732326

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