The Bridge: A mobile application for burn patients

Global use of the internet has become commonplace, and smart phones have paved the way for technological mobility. Incorporation of smart phone technology has the potential to positively affect health outcomes through use of health-directed mobile applications (apps), particularly for those patients living in medically underserved areas. It is understood that patients living in underserved areas such as rural communities and inner cities are found to have more chronic illnesses and shorter life expectancies than those who live in communities with higher socioeconomic levels and would, therefore, benefit from apps designed for specific health-related needs [1,2].  Burn patients are typically given extensive, specialized treatment and support while in the burn center and then are expected to continue that self-care upon returning home.
Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Source Type: research