COMPETITIVE RESEARCH

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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)