COMPETITIVE RESEARCH
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Clock Yourself
A Physiotherapy App designed to help users keep their daily physical and cognitive activity consistent through games and challenges.
Likes
1- Different training programs are available for simple movement, cognitive function, coordination, complex combinations, and athletic agility.
2- It includes the instruction videos for each game with a character showing the movement.
Dislikes
1- Misleading categories in the settings.
2- No audio for instruction videos. Audio may be crucial for visually impaired stroke survivors.
3- The activity log lacks visual elements,
4- It doesn’t have a progress section.
Action items
1- Add an instruction video with a character so that the survivors can reflect on themselves.
2- Add audio to the instruction video.
3- Include games with different levels.
4- Use graphs to show the progress.
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Kaia Health App
Virtual Physical Therapy Assistant that provides a fitted program to accommodate each user’s needs. Wether for a therapy, workout, or relaxation. The app’s algorithm tracks user’s movements real time and provides instant feedback and guidance.
Likes
1- Provides personalized, daily therapy sessions based on the user's own pain levels, pain locations, psychological, and educational needs.
2- During workouts, users activate cameras on their phones. Algorithm tracks patients’ movements real time, providing instant feedback & guidance
3- Able to directly communicate with certified coaches & medical providers (on-call)
4- Track improvement & performance levels by browsing the ‘progress’ tab.
5- Able to browse different therapy workouts if users aren’t interested in the daily sessions or are done with today’s session.
6- Has clinically proven results for improving pain, anxiety, and stress reduction
Dislikes
1- The app isn’t universally available; it is exclusive to users who are part of specific insurance plans & employers
2- The therapy programs are strictly exercise routines. Users may be less motivated to stick to the therapy plans (less enjoyment)
3- No rewards available after completion (less motivation)
Action items
1- Provide personalized game sessions everyday.
2- Similar to Kaia’s Algorithm, enable game characters to give demo & instant feedback to users by tracking their movements
3- Enable chat function so users can communicate with doctors & therapists
4- Allow users to browse and select other games if they aren’t interested in the daily session
5- Allow users to track their own progress & performance levels
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Rehab it
Self motor - rehab app helping users focus on their goals and adopt healthy habits.
Likes
1- Most recommended app among therapist and hospitals
2- Design meets best practices and Accessibility standards.
3- Provides the how and why behind stroke recovery tips, making it easy and satisfying to adopt healthy habits into your lifestyle.
4- Offers Easy-to-read daily articles and educational material on stroke rehab, behavioral health, lifestyle, nutrition, mindfulness, and more.
5- Exercise content is tailored to the user capabilities to help them stay focused, consistent, and successful.
6- help guide users to stay on track with your personal wellness goals
Dislikes
1- No messaging feature to help users communicate with their therapists
2- No rewards available after completion (less motivation)