eHealth

• Evaluating the usability and effectiveness of the Go PainFree telehealth system (beta version) for musculoskeletal pain management in the Philippines
  Biomechanical Taping has been shown to effectively reduce pain and enhance function in patients with musculoskeletal pain. When used as an adjunct to physiotherapy, BMT may contribute to increased stability, leading to improved pain management and functionality. Telehealth has emerged as an effective and cost-efficient alternative to traditional physiotherapy. The Go PainFree Telehealth System, employs […]
• Remote Management of Heart Failure in Patients with Implantable Devices
  Background: Heart failure (HF) is a chronic disease with a steadily increasing prevalence, high mortality, and social and economic costs. Furthermore, every hospitalization for acute HF is associated with worsening prognosis and reduced life expectancy. In order to prevent hospitalizations, it would be useful to have instruments that can predict them well in advance. Methods: […]
• Coefficient-Shuffled Variable Block Compressed Sensing for Medical Image Compression in Telemedicine Systems
  Medical professionals primarily utilize medical images to detect anomalies within the interior structures and essential organs concealed by the skeletal and dermal layers. The primary purpose of medical imaging is to extract image features for the diagnosis of medical conditions. The processing of these images is indispensable for evaluating a patient's health. However, when monitoring […]
• Healthcare Provider Narratives of the Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Pregnant and Parenting Youth in Canada: A Qualitative Study
  The COVID-19 pandemic led to significant challenges for healthcare providers working with pregnant and parenting youth. However, the impacts of the pandemic on this population and healthcare services from the perspective of healthcare providers are not well documented in Canada. We examined the narratives and experiences of healthcare providers regarding these impacts and explored the […]
• Perspectives and Challenges of Telemedicine and Artificial Intelligence in Pediatric Dermatology
  CONCLUSION: This study supplies a detailed discussion of open challenges with a particular focus on equity and ethical considerations and defining possible concrete directions.
• Two Handheld Retinograph Devices Evaluated by Ophthalmologists and an Artificial Intelligence Algorithm
  Background/Objectives: Telemedicine in diabetic retinopathy (RD) screening is effective but does not reach the entire diabetes population. The use of portable cameras and artificial intelligence (AI) can help in screening diabetes. Methods: We evaluated the ability of two handheld cameras, one based on a smartphone and the other on a smartscope, to obtain images for […]
• The Unmet Needs of Lysosomal Storage Disorders from Early Diagnosis to Caregiving Pathways: An Italian Perspective
  Background/Objective: Lysosomal storage diseases (LSDs) are a group of rare, inborn, metabolic errors characterized by deficiencies in normal lysosomal function and by the intralysosomal accumulation of undegraded substrates, resulting in the damage of multiple organ systems. The spectrum of clinical manifestations is extremely heterogeneous. LSD diagnosis and management still present many issues. Methods: A group […]
• Novel Multicomponent Digital Care Assistant and Support Program for People After Stroke or Transient Ischaemic Attack: A Pilot Feasibility Study
  Evidence is increasing for digital health programs targeting the secondary prevention of stroke. We aimed to determine the feasibility of the novel Care Assistant and support Program for people after Stroke (CAPS) or transient ischaemic attack (TIA) by combining person-centred goal setting and risk-factor monitoring through a web-based clinician portal, SMS messages, a mobile application […]
• Mobile Accelerometer Applications in Core Muscle Rehabilitation and Pre-Operative Assessment
  Individual physiotherapy is crucial in treating patients with various pain and health issues, and significantly impacts abdominal surgical outcomes and further medical problems. Recent technological and artificial intelligent advancements have equipped healthcare professionals with innovative tools, such as sensor systems and telemedicine equipment, offering groundbreaking opportunities to monitor and analyze patients' physical activity. This paper […]
• The influence of digital literacy on mHealth app usability: The mediating role of patient expertise
  CONCLUSIONS: It appears that individuals' digital literacy is an important precursor to the usability of mHealth apps and increases their usage experience. In this sense, it is thought that the concept of digital literacy can be used to increase the usability of mHealth apps for individuals. Overall, the findings provide new evidence for the healthcare […]