The use of theory in mobile health interventions for patient self-management of chronic diseases

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the use of theory in mobile health interventions for patient self-management of chronic conditions, with a focus on hypertension. We identified six theories in ten studies that were reviewed. These included Health Belief Model, Social Cognitive Theory, Self-Determination Theory, Theory of Planned Behavior, Transtheoretic Model, and Technology Acceptance Model. The findings are useful for further advancement of mobile health interventions to support chronic disease management.