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Papers: 10 Jul 2021 - 16 Jul 2021


Human Studies


2021 Jul 12


BMJ Open


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Development and use of mobile messaging for individuals with musculoskeletal pain conditions: a scoping review protocol.

Authors

Requena S S, Sterling M, Elphinston RA, Ritchie C, Robins S, Armfield NR
BMJ Open. 2021 Jul 12; 11(7):e048964.
PMID: 34253673.

Abstract

Previous reviews of mobile messaging for individuals with musculoskeletal pain have shown positive effects on pain and disability. However, the configuration of digital content, method of presentation and interaction, dose and frequency needed for optimal results remain unclear. Patient preferences concerning such systems are also unclear. Addressing these knowledge gaps, incorporating evidence from both experimental and observational studies, may be useful to understand the extent of the relevant literature, and to influence the design and outcomes of future messaging systems. We aim to map information that could be influential in the design of future mobile messaging systems for individuals with musculoskeletal pain conditions, and to summarise the findings of efficacy, effectiveness, and economics derived from both experimental and observational studies.