The Headaches of Developing a Concussion App for Youth: Balancing Clinical Goals and Technology

Carol DeMatteo, Josephine Jakubowski, Kathy Stazyk, Sarah Randall, Samantha Perrotta and Richard Zhang
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Carol DeMatteo: McMaster University, Canada
Josephine Jakubowski: Queens University, Canada
Kathy Stazyk: McMaster University, Canada
Sarah Randall: McMaster University, Canada
Samantha Perrotta: McMaster University, Canada
Richard Zhang: McMaster University, Canada

International Journal of E-Health and Medical Communications (IJEHMC), 2024, vol. 15, issue 1, 1-20

Abstract: This descriptive manuscript describes challenges, solutions, and recommendations to provide a supportive framework for clinician researchers striving to develop a clinical app. The Back2Play app aims to support youth in concussion recovery through mobile health monitoring. Developed in Phase 1 of a randomized control trial, the app intends to prevent re-injury and improve recovery by integrating evidence-based return-to-school and activity guidelines with biological monitoring. Methods outline the stages of successful app development. Identified challenges include defining app requirements, database hosting, development, and legal procedures. Results of usability testing show that the Back2Play app was highly acceptable to 66% of youth and none found it unacceptable. Successful clinical app development hinges on understanding the scope of the app, data management and exportation. Adequate funds should also be allocated for potential delays. These recommendations provide a framework for clinical researchers hoping to develop a clinical app that achieves their envisioned outcome.

Date: 2024
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