A qualitative examination of the factors affecting the adoption of injury focused wearable technologies in recreational runners.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Understanding the perceived efficacy and ease of use of technologies will influence initial adoption and sustained utilization. The objectives of this study were to determine the metrics deemed important by runners for monitoring running-related injury (RRI) risk, and identify the facilitators and barriers to their use of injury focused wearable technologies.

Methods

A qualitative focus group study was undertaken. Nine semi-structured focus groups with male (n = 13) and female (n = 14) recreational runners took place. Focus groups were audio and video recorded, and transcribed verbatim. Transcripts were thematically analysed. A critical friend approach was taken to data coding, and multiple methods of trustworthiness were executed.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Lacey A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9258862 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature