Digital Health and Self-Management in Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathies: A Missed Opportunity?

ABSTRACT:

Purpose of review

This paper explored the potential of digital health in idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIMs), with a focus on self-management. Digital self-management technology includes tailored treatment plans, symptom tracking, educational resources, enhanced communication, and support for long-term planning.

Recent findings

After arguing the importance of digital health in IIMs management, from diagnosis until treatment, our literature review revealed a notable gap in research focusing on the efficacy of digital self-management interventions for individuals with IIMs, with no randomised controlled trials or observational studies addressing this topic. Our review further highlighted the significant unmet need for research in self-management interventions for individ

SUBMITTER: Battista S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11469974 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature