Digital self-management interventions for osteoarthritis: a systematic scoping review of intervention characteristics, adherence and attrition

Abstract

Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic, progressive condition that can be effectively managed via conservative treatments including exercise, weight management and education. Offering these treatments contemporaneously and digitally may increase adherence and engagement due to the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of digital program delivery. The objective of this review was to summarise the characteristics of current digital self-management interventions for individuals with OA and synthesise adherence and attrition outcomes. Methods: Electronic databases were searched for randomised controlled trials utilising digital self-management interventions in individuals with OA. Two reviewe..