The MyGuide Web-Based Self-Management Tool for Concussion Rehabilitation: Mixed Methods Cross-Sectional Study
BackgroundWeb-based concussion self-management education programs for adolescents can improve functional outcomes, reduce concussion symptoms, and increase self-efficacy. However, there are a limited number of studies examining the perceptions and acceptance of these programs...
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BackgroundWeb-based concussion self-management education programs for adolescents can improve functional outcomes, reduce concussion symptoms, and increase self-efficacy. However, there are a limited number of studies examining the perceptions and acceptance of these programs and the use of these tools in the adult concussion population.
ObjectiveThis study aimed to investigate the perceptions and acceptance of clinicians and adults with concussions using MyGuide Concussion (Vancouver Coastal Health), a web-based concussion self-management tool.
MethodsUsing a mixed methods sequential explanatory design, a convenience sample of 8 adults with concussions and 8 clinicians who used MyGuide Concussion over a 2-year period were interviewed, and their responses were analyzed.
ResultsParticipants reported two key benefits of using the web-based self-management tool: (1) the tool’s emphasis on the interconnectedness of physical and psychological symptoms, and (2) the ability to provide reassurance that symptom being experienced were a normal part of the concussion experience. Clinicians described the tool as being useful as a supplementary source of information for clients in addition to clinical sessions and believed the content was useful for increasing clients’ independence in managing their own recovery.
ConclusionsOverall, the evaluation of the MyGuide tool is an acceptable and well-perceived tool for adults with concussions who require a basic understanding of concussion recovery, particularly in the early stages of recovery. Future research may include optimizing MyGuide by targeting promotional strategies and addressing other barriers to use. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-4b7b771444734262bcb8cc116c5a8d1f2025-01-07T18:31:44ZengJMIR PublicationsJMIR Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies2369-25292025-01-0112e5918110.2196/59181The MyGuide Web-Based Self-Management Tool for Concussion Rehabilitation: Mixed Methods Cross-Sectional StudyAlyssa Turcotthttps://orcid.org/0009-0003-9571-5892Ruthine Kanghttps://orcid.org/0009-0001-4350-2428Christopher Yaohttps://orcid.org/0000-0002-3964-4626Colleen O'Melinnhttps://orcid.org/0009-0001-7354-9251Patricia Mahoneyhttps://orcid.org/0009-0009-9078-4374Susan Barlowhttps://orcid.org/0009-0009-2492-9635Julia Schmidthttps://orcid.org/0000-0003-2004-4871 BackgroundWeb-based concussion self-management education programs for adolescents can improve functional outcomes, reduce concussion symptoms, and increase self-efficacy. However, there are a limited number of studies examining the perceptions and acceptance of these programs and the use of these tools in the adult concussion population. ObjectiveThis study aimed to investigate the perceptions and acceptance of clinicians and adults with concussions using MyGuide Concussion (Vancouver Coastal Health), a web-based concussion self-management tool. MethodsUsing a mixed methods sequential explanatory design, a convenience sample of 8 adults with concussions and 8 clinicians who used MyGuide Concussion over a 2-year period were interviewed, and their responses were analyzed. ResultsParticipants reported two key benefits of using the web-based self-management tool: (1) the tool’s emphasis on the interconnectedness of physical and psychological symptoms, and (2) the ability to provide reassurance that symptom being experienced were a normal part of the concussion experience. Clinicians described the tool as being useful as a supplementary source of information for clients in addition to clinical sessions and believed the content was useful for increasing clients’ independence in managing their own recovery. ConclusionsOverall, the evaluation of the MyGuide tool is an acceptable and well-perceived tool for adults with concussions who require a basic understanding of concussion recovery, particularly in the early stages of recovery. Future research may include optimizing MyGuide by targeting promotional strategies and addressing other barriers to use.https://rehab.jmir.org/2025/1/e59181 |
| spellingShingle | Alyssa Turcott Ruthine Kang Christopher Yao Colleen O'Melinn Patricia Mahoney Susan Barlow Julia Schmidt The MyGuide Web-Based Self-Management Tool for Concussion Rehabilitation: Mixed Methods Cross-Sectional Study JMIR Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies |
| title | The MyGuide Web-Based Self-Management Tool for Concussion Rehabilitation: Mixed Methods Cross-Sectional Study |
| title_full | The MyGuide Web-Based Self-Management Tool for Concussion Rehabilitation: Mixed Methods Cross-Sectional Study |
| title_fullStr | The MyGuide Web-Based Self-Management Tool for Concussion Rehabilitation: Mixed Methods Cross-Sectional Study |
| title_full_unstemmed | The MyGuide Web-Based Self-Management Tool for Concussion Rehabilitation: Mixed Methods Cross-Sectional Study |
| title_short | The MyGuide Web-Based Self-Management Tool for Concussion Rehabilitation: Mixed Methods Cross-Sectional Study |
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