Conclusion : Systemic changes to academic and funding structures could better support eHealth tool availability and may reduce potential for research waste .
Abstract Introduction : Numerous eHealth tools for pain assessment and management have been developed and evaluated with promising results regarding psychometric properties , efficacy , and effectiveness .
Although considerable re sources are spent on developing and evaluating these tools with the aim of increasing access to care , current evidence suggests they are not made available to end users , reducing their impact and creating potential research waste .
Use of handheld wireless technology for a home-based sickle cell pain management protocol.
PURPOSE To evaluate use of a h and held electronic wireless device to implement a pain management protocol for participants with sickle cell disease ( SCD ) . METHODS Participants were 19 patients with SCD aged 9 - 20 who experienced vaso-occlusive pain . A single-session training on the use of cognitive-behavioral coping skills was followed by instruction on how to practice these skills and monitor daily pain experience using the device .  Daily pain experience and practice of coping skills were collected for the 8-week intervention period using wireless technology . RESULTS High rates of participation , daily diary completion and consumer satisfaction support the use of h and held wireless devices to implement this protocol . A comparison of the rates of self and device-recorded skills practice provides important information about the use of electronic monitoring for behavioral interventions . CONCLUSION Wireless data transfer technology has significant potential to become a practical method to improve symptom monitoring and communication between patients and providers
Conclusion : Systemic changes to academic and funding structures could better support eHealth tool availability and may reduce potential for research waste .
Abstract Introduction : Numerous eHealth tools for pain assessment and management have been developed and evaluated with promising results regarding psychometric properties , efficacy , and effectiveness .
Although considerable re sources are spent on developing and evaluating these tools with the aim of increasing access to care , current evidence suggests they are not made available to end users , reducing their impact and creating potential research waste .