Study: AI-powered app lowers high blood pressure when part of care plan
Incorporating a free smartphone app featuring AI-driven health coaching, blood pressure monitoring and behavioral incentives into a hospital's existing clinical workflows helps patients make meaningful reductions in blood pressure, findings that suggest digital apps may offer an effective means of extending care beyond the clinic when incorporated into treatment plans.
A smartphone application powered by artificial intelligence has been found to effectively lower high blood pressure when included in a patient's care plan, according to a recent study. The app, developed by Nuna Inc., provides at-home blood pressure monitoring, health coaching, and behavioral incentives through free smartphone usage.
In the study, 425 patients with high blood pressure who used the app experienced significant improvements in blood pressure control compared to a control group of 425 demographically similar patients who did not use the app. The results suggest that digital health apps may offer an effective means of extending care beyond the clinic, helping patients manage their conditions more effectively between medical visits.
The study's authors emphasize that hypertension is a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease and other health issues, and that traditional treatment approaches have fallen short of achieving adequate blood pressure control. The Nuna app provides continuous monitoring and support, allowing for more proactive treatment adjustments and potentially reducing healthcare costs associated with uncontrolled high blood pressure.
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