The "MyTherapy" App Reinforces Patient Adherence and Physician-Patient Relations in Diabetes

Background: Patient adherence and self-management play a major role in diabetes treatment. The market for supporting apps has been growing over the years, increasing confusion. "MyTherapy" is a scientifically tested and evaluated app for this field. This contribution systematically reviews its benefits and suitability in daily use for physicians and patients. Methods: Diabetes specialists, family doctors and patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus throughout Germany took part in a survey. The patients were taking at least three medications in long-term therapy, and had not used the app. Results: Forty physicians and two hundred patients took part in the survey. Low-adherence patients at study begin (55%) especially benefitted from the app (69% felt very well or well-supported); overall, more than 60 % felt supported according to medication intake. Physicians reported benefits in physician-patient relations (59 %) with highly improved to improved patient consultation (58%). Conclusion: "MyTherapy" supports patient self-management with its documentation options and reminder function while supporting improved adherence. Measurement and medication reports are available for physicians to download. Physicians also reported that the app supports them in daily practice.