An Investigation Into the Use of mHealth in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy: Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy provides conservative management for a range of conditions. Currently, there is a lack of engagement with exercise programs because of the lack of supervision and low self-efficacy. The use of mobile health (mHealth) interventions could be a possible solution to this problem, helping promote self-management at home. However, there is little evidence for musculoskeletal physiotherapy on the most effective forms of mHealth.

Objective

The aim of this review is to investigate the literature focusing on the use of mHealth in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and summarize the evidence.

Methods

A scoping review of 6 peer-reviewed databases was conducted in March 2021. No date limits were applied, and only articles written in the English

SUBMITTER: Agnew JMR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8956993 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature