We present a protocol for a prospective cross-sectional study to assess the usability and acceptability of the Digital Care Path for Living Kidney Donor Candidates, part of Finland’s Health Village portal. The study aims to gather feedback from living kidney donor candidates regarding the system's functionality, ease of use, and potential to enhance the donation process. The protocol outlines methods...
We analyzed customer attitudes towards participation, organizational values, and health data sharing within the context of a Finnish insurance organization undergoing digital transformation. Based on a survey of 452 customers, we found a significant willingness to engage in service development, but low awareness of the company’s digital strategy. Additionally, while trust in the organization was high, attitudes toward sharing health...
We proposed and developed a gamified digital platform to support adolescents with diabetes mellitus in managing their condition. By integrating gamification techniques such as point systems, achievements, and social support features, the platform aims to improve patient engagement and adherence to treatment plans. The platform also includes telemonitoring and education tools to enhance self-management and foster healthier lifestyles among young...
We investigated how smart home applications (SMAs) can support cognitive health for older adults. These technologies, combining sensors, automation, and digital interfaces, help monitor cognitive and physical conditions, provide cognitive training, and facilitate social connections. By focusing on usability, accessibility, and user-centric design, SMAs have the potential to improve independence and quality of life for older individuals. (more…)
We explored how healthcare professionals (HCPs) perceive and utilize patient-generated health data (PGHD) from mobile health (mHealth) solutions in managing multiple sclerosis (MS). Through interviews and participatory workshops, we found that HCPs valued subjective data, such as patient habits, lifestyles, and fatigue-inducing activities, but faced challenges in making this data actionable. These findings highlight the potential of mHealth in fostering...
We explored how healthcare professionals in Finnish primary healthcare integrate personalization into their practices, focusing on the role of information technology (IT). Through semi-structured interviews, we identified three themes: enablers such as electronic health records and clinical guidelines, service delivery practices like baseline assessment and progress monitoring, and the incorporation of patient characteristics, including habits, life situations, and motivation. Our...
We investigated how digital posture scanning data can enhance and personalize physiotherapy services. Through a case study of a posture scan recording system (PSRS), we identified three key roles of posture scanning: diagnosing conditions, visualizing data for shared decision-making, and evaluating treatment impact. These findings illustrate how integrating digital tools into care pathways can empower both patients and professionals in...
I developed the Model for Motivational Mobile-health Design (3MD), a conceptual framework to guide the creation of gamified mHealth solutions for chronic conditions. By integrating condition-specific insights, motivational strategies, and technological capabilities, 3MD provides designers with a structured approach and illustrative design questions to enhance user engagement and health outcomes. (more…)
We explored the concept of "Serious Games," video games designed to promote health-related knowledge, behaviors, and skills beyond entertainment. Our review highlights their application in areas like patient education, behavior change, and medical training. By integrating user-centered design principles with behavioral science, Serious Games represent a promising tool for engaging users and addressing healthcare challenges. (more…)
We explored the design of chatbots for depression screening, leveraging advancements in natural language processing and artificial intelligence. Using a research-through-design approach, we developed a chatbot prototype that integrates the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), a validated depression screening tool. Our findings emphasize the importance of ethical considerations, tailored personality design, effective conversational flow, and predictability to ensure safety and user...
