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The Connective Matrix of Emerging Health Technologies: E-Health Solutions for People with Chronic Disease

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  • Wayne Usher

    (School of Education and Professional Studies, Griffith University, Southport, QLD, Australia)

  • E-Liisa Laakso

    (School of Allied Health Sciences, Griffith University, Southport, QLD, Australia)

  • Daniel James

    (Centre for Wireless Monitoring and Applications, Griffith University, Nathan, QLD, Australia & Centre of Excellence for Applied Sports Science, Queensland Academy of Sport, Sunnybank, QLD, Australia)

  • David Rowlands

    (Centre for Wireless Monitoring and Applications, Griffith University, Nathan, QLD, Australia)

Abstract

Modern communication systems (Web 1.0, Web 2.0, cloud computing) and mobile wireless technologies (smartphones, iPads, monitoring devices) have, as with all industries, progressed in healthcare over recent years from being a minor, to being a very significant component of the environment. This paper will discuss how advancements in information technology, wireless communication systems and sensor technology have provided new opportunities concerning practices for managing Chronic Disease (CD). This paper will also address future software, touching on Web 3.0 and how, combined with Web 2.0 and cloud computing, has the potential to produce the ultimate architecture of participation. Understanding the benefits of such systems, devices and their increasing emergence and connection with modern healthcare settings, is vital for implementing future successful e-health solutions for people with CD.

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  • Wayne Usher & E-Liisa Laakso & Daniel James & David Rowlands, 2013. "The Connective Matrix of Emerging Health Technologies: E-Health Solutions for People with Chronic Disease," International Journal of E-Health and Medical Communications (IJEHMC), IGI Global, vol. 4(3), pages 94-114, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:igg:jehmc0:v:4:y:2013:i:3:p:94-114
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