New diabetes app emphasises foot care, foot ulcer awareness

MobiHealth News March 19, 2024
Adam Ang

It also incorporates gamification to encourage self-health monitoring.

Researchers from Singapore have recently introduced a mobile application that teaches diabetes patients about diabetic foot ulcers and self foot care.

WHAT IT DOES

Developed in consultation with clinicians from Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) and National Healthcare Group, the app called WellFeet delivers comprehensive patient education through animations in multiple languages, including English, Mandarin, Malay and Tamil.

It also serves as a log and diary for patients, gamifying the daily tracking of their medication, physical activity, and diet. This data in turn allows doctors to monitor their progress and customise their exercise goals.

Additionally, the app features a chatbot assistant for patients, which also delivers prompts for self-reflection to...

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