Journal article
Patient-targeted smartphone applications for pain management: A review of brazilian app markets
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Smartphone apps hold significant potential to improve access to evidence-based interventions and support self-management in patients with pain.
OBJECTIVE: The aims of this study were: (i) to map patient-targeted apps for pain management available in Brazilian app marketplaces, and (ii) to describe the characteristics, content and quality of information provided by these apps.
Authors
Favrat CMN; Fernandez J; Nogueira LC; Meziat-Filho N; Reis FJJ
Journal
Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy, Vol. 30, No. 1,
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
1 2026
DOI
10.1016/j.bjpt.2025.101262
ISSN
1413-3555