Exploring the potential of iPhone applications in podiatry: a comprehensive review

Abstract Background The integration of smartphones, particularly iPhones, into clinical podiatry practice has gained momentum, yet a comprehensive analysis of their potential and outcomes remains scarce. Results We conducted a review to assess iPhones’ utility in podiatry. Encompassing diagnostic im...

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Main Author: Roberto Tedeschi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2024-01-01
Series:Egyptian Rheumatology and Rehabilitation
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s43166-023-00234-5
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description Abstract Background The integration of smartphones, particularly iPhones, into clinical podiatry practice has gained momentum, yet a comprehensive analysis of their potential and outcomes remains scarce. Results We conducted a review to assess iPhones’ utility in podiatry. Encompassing diagnostic imaging, measurement tools, telemedicine applications, and patient engagement, this review included studies meeting established criteria for evidence quality. Among the eight eligible studies, iPhones exhibited reliability in measuring angles, assessing foot and ankle morphology, and capturing ulcer images. Telemedicine apps enabled remote consultations and heightened patient accessibility. Interactive applications and self-monitoring tools enriched patient engagement. Conclusion iPhones hold significant promise in clinical podiatry, offering portability, imaging, measurement, and telemedicine capabilities. Future research should focus on standardization, accuracy validation, security, and long-term impact. iPhones have the potential to reshape podiatric practice and enhance patient care.
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spelling doaj.art-d5ec28716fa34b53aeffcd4ea79b8aa42024-01-14T12:25:58ZengSpringerOpenEgyptian Rheumatology and Rehabilitation2090-32352024-01-015111810.1186/s43166-023-00234-5Exploring the potential of iPhone applications in podiatry: a comprehensive reviewRoberto Tedeschi0Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum, University of BolognaAbstract Background The integration of smartphones, particularly iPhones, into clinical podiatry practice has gained momentum, yet a comprehensive analysis of their potential and outcomes remains scarce. Results We conducted a review to assess iPhones’ utility in podiatry. Encompassing diagnostic imaging, measurement tools, telemedicine applications, and patient engagement, this review included studies meeting established criteria for evidence quality. Among the eight eligible studies, iPhones exhibited reliability in measuring angles, assessing foot and ankle morphology, and capturing ulcer images. Telemedicine apps enabled remote consultations and heightened patient accessibility. Interactive applications and self-monitoring tools enriched patient engagement. Conclusion iPhones hold significant promise in clinical podiatry, offering portability, imaging, measurement, and telemedicine capabilities. Future research should focus on standardization, accuracy validation, security, and long-term impact. iPhones have the potential to reshape podiatric practice and enhance patient care.https://doi.org/10.1186/s43166-023-00234-5iPhonesClinical podiatryTelemedicineMeasurement toolsPatient engagement
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Exploring the potential of iPhone applications in podiatry: a comprehensive review
Egyptian Rheumatology and Rehabilitation
iPhones
Clinical podiatry
Telemedicine
Measurement tools
Patient engagement
title Exploring the potential of iPhone applications in podiatry: a comprehensive review
title_full Exploring the potential of iPhone applications in podiatry: a comprehensive review
title_fullStr Exploring the potential of iPhone applications in podiatry: a comprehensive review
title_full_unstemmed Exploring the potential of iPhone applications in podiatry: a comprehensive review
title_short Exploring the potential of iPhone applications in podiatry: a comprehensive review
title_sort exploring the potential of iphone applications in podiatry a comprehensive review
topic iPhones
Clinical podiatry
Telemedicine
Measurement tools
Patient engagement
url https://doi.org/10.1186/s43166-023-00234-5
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