Use of wearable technologies in health promotion in Human Medicine students

Yllaconza J.E.C.; Elescano R.A.V.; Cuevas T.L.V.; Orellana M.V.; Campos J.H.T.; Montenegro J.S.; Livia D.P.R.; Loayza E.F.P. · EAI Endorsed Transactions on Pervasive Health and Technology (2024) · DOI: 10.4108/eetpht.10.5701

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INTRODUCTION: In the current era marked by rapid technological advances, the integration of wearable devices into everyday life has been a remarkable phenomenon. These devices, ranging from smart watches to physical activity monitors, have gained popularity and have become ubiquitous tools that track various aspects of health and wellness. OBJECTIVE: To characterize the use of wearable technologies in health promotion in Human Medicine students. METHODS: The research is characterized by its cross-sectional and quantitative nature, with a basic and descriptive non-experimental design. The study population consisted of 128 students of Human Medicine at a private university located in Arequipa, Peru. Data collection was carried out through the use of surveys and questionnaires. RESULTS: Regarding the adoption and use of wearable technologies, 35.94% (46) reported a moderate level, 32.81% (42) indicated a high level, while 31.25% (40) indicated a low level. This finding suggests a balanced and non-extreme adoption of wearable technologies among the students examined in the context of health promotion. CONCLUSIONS: We were able to determine a moderate level of adoption and use of wearable technologies among Human Medicine students to promote health and wellness. This result points to the relevance of these technologies in health-related activities, highlighting a particular emphasis on a moderate level of use.

Instituciones: Universidad Continental; Universidad Peruana Los Andes; Universidad Privada de Huancayo Franklin Roosevelt; Universidad Nacional del Callao; Universidad Femenina del Sagrado Corazón; Universidad Nacional de Educación Enrique Guzmán y Valle