International ResearchKit App for Women with Menstrual Pain: Development, Access, and Engagement.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Primary dysmenorrhea is a common condition in women of reproductive age. A previous app-based study undertaken by our group demonstrated that a smartphone app supporting self-acupressure introduced by a health care professional can reduce menstrual pain.

Objective

This study aims to evaluate whether a specific smartphone app is effective in reducing menstrual pain in 18- to 34-year-old women with primary dysmenorrhea in a self-care setting. One group of women has access to the full-featured study app and will be compared with 2 control groups who have access to fewer app features. Here, we report the trial design, app development, user access, and engagement.

Methods

On the basis of the practical implications of the previous app-based study, we revised and

SUBMITTER: Wang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7055820 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature