The Influence of Medical Culture and Key Factors on Mobile App Usage Frequency and Perceived Effectiveness in Physical Therapy: Cross-Sectional Study

This study highlights the critical role of medical culture in promoting the usage and perceived effectiveness of mobile apps in physical therapy. Positive cultural attitudes toward technology, combined with user-friendly app designs, can enhance the integration of mHealth tools in clinical settings. These findings underscore the importance of fostering an innovative medical culture and supporting the development of usable, patient-centered applications to optimize patient care.

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Journal of Medical Internet Research
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2025-04-29
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https://doi.org/10.2196/68406
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Mobile Health and mHealth Applications
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The Influence of Medical Culture and Key Factors on Mobile App Usage Frequency and Perceived Effectiveness in Physical Therapy: Cross-Sectional Study

Ravi Shankar Reddy, Khalid A. Alahmari
Journal of Medical Internet Research
Mobile Health and mHealth Applications
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The Influence of Medical Culture and Key Factors on Mobile App Usage Frequency and Perceived Effectiveness in Physical Therapy: Cross-Sectional Study

Ravi Shankar Reddy, Khalid A. Alahmari
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Abstract

This study highlights the critical role of medical culture in promoting the usage and perceived effectiveness of mobile apps in physical therapy. Positive cultural attitudes toward technology, combined with user-friendly app designs, can enhance the integration of mHealth tools in clinical settings. These findings underscore the importance of fostering an innovative medical culture and supporting the development of usable, patient-centered applications to optimize patient care.

Journal of Medical Internet ResearchVol. 27
King Khalid University (SA)
Openalex Percentile: Top 85%
Mobile Health and mHealth Applications
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