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ArticleJMIR formative research2025

Development of a Web-Based Intervention to Support Primary Health Care Professionals in Digital Health Measurement: User-Centered Participatory Approach.

Kristel Meijers, Esther Bols, Emmylou Beekman, Rachel Slangen, Peter Alexander van de Hoef, Darcy Ummels, Rik Crutzen

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Kristel MeijersResearch Center for Autonomy and Participation for Persons with a Chronic Illness, Academy for Speech and Language Therapy, Zuyd University of Applied Sciences, Heerlen, The Netherlands.ORCID 0009-0002-9794-0770
Esther BolsResearch Center for Autonomy and Participation for Persons with a Chronic Illness, Academy for Speech and Language Therapy, Zuyd University of Applied Sciences, Heerlen, The Netherlands.ORCID 0009-0006-9167-7552
Emmylou BeekmanResearch Center for Autonomy and Participation for Persons with a Chronic Illness, Academy for Speech and Language Therapy, Zuyd University of Applied Sciences, Heerlen, The Netherlands.ORCID 0000-0002-7976-6206
Rachel SlangenResearch Center for Autonomy and Participation for Persons with a Chronic Illness, Academy for Speech and Language Therapy, Zuyd University of Applied Sciences, Heerlen, The Netherlands.ORCID 0009-0003-5608-4178
Peter Alexander van de HoefResearch Group Innovation of Human Movement Care, Research Center for Healthy and Sustainable Living, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands.ORCID 0000-0001-5657-1417
Darcy UmmelsResearch Center for Autonomy and Participation for Persons with a Chronic Illness, Academy for Speech and Language Therapy, Zuyd University of Applied Sciences, Heerlen, The Netherlands.ORCID 0000-0003-2146-4720
Rik CrutzenDepartment of Health Promotion, Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.ORCID 0000-0002-3731-6610

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Abstract

backgroundDigital health measurement offers opportunities to address several primary health care challenges, but health care professionals encounter significant implementation barriers. Therefore, resources need to be developed to facilitate the integration of digital health measurement into daily practice.

objectiveWe aim to identify the most appropriate format and content for an intervention to support primary health care professionals in adopting digital health measurement. In addition, we describe and reflect on the development process.

methodsWe used a participatory action research approach as well as user-centered design principles. A total of 19 primary health care professionals from 4 disciplines-physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and general practitioner practice assistance-participated in intervention development as end users. External experts were consulted to broaden perspectives. Data were collected across 3 iterative stages (concept, design, and testing and trials) between January 2022 and December 2023 during cocreative meetings, individual interviews, focus group discussions, usability testing, and prototype use in daily practice. Data were analyzed using content analysis and descriptive statistics.

resultsA web-based, stepwise intervention combining theoretical information, practical aids, examples, and experiences proved most suitable. Key features were concise content, intuitive and attractive graphic design, and flexible navigation and functionalities. Iterative improvements led to an increase in usability ratings from "okay" to "good to excellent."

conclusionsDifferent health care disciplines benefit from similar support strategies; yet, this requires a careful balancing of intervention design and content. Combining participatory action research and user-centered design principles was useful to tailor the intervention to end users' daily routines. The described development process offers a replicable framework for creating support strategies for digital health measurement in various health care settings.

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Health PersonnelInternet-Based InterventionPrimary Health CareUser-Centered DesignAdultDigital HealthFemaleFocus GroupsHumansMalecocreationdigital healtheHealthgeneral practitionershealth measurementimplementationlanguage therapyoccupational therapyparticipatory action researchphysical therapyprimary health caresupporttelemedicinetelemonitoringuser-centered design

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