Before choosing an app, think about how it will benefit you and what you want it to be able to do.</p.
- An app will only be helpful if you use it, so it needs to be something you like using and find easy to use.
- If you find the app difficult to use, or you don't like the imagery or look of it, or the language it uses, you may want to find another one that suits you better.
- For more guidance on how to choose health apps, see How to choose a health app.
- It's important to remember that apps don’t replace professional help or your doctor’s advice.
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Physitrack and PhysiApp apps
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Physitrack and PhysiApp are companion apps for home exercises. Physitrack is the clinician portal and PhysiApp is the patient portal.
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Musculoskeletal (MSK) Self-Care app
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An app to provide information for the self-management of back, neck, all upper limb and all lower limb joint pain or stiffness.
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PT Timer
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Timer and counter app for physical therapy to keep track of your exercise and assist you by counting reps and sets.
- Counter
- Diary and tracking
- Available from App store
- Cost: Paid (Free 1 week trial)
- Read more about PT Timer
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Other apps you may find useful
- Pain management apps: Apps that can support you to manage your pain. Some apps provide education while some have a pain diary for you to keep track of your symptoms. Read more about pain management apps.
- Sleep apps: Some help you track your sleep habits, similar to a sleep diary, and help you develop good sleep routines, while others try to assist you to fall asleep by using calming visual graphics and relaxing music. Read more about sleep apps.
- Breathing, meditation and mindfulness apps: These apps teach you about breathing, meditation and mindfulness techniques. This can help reduce tension, stress and anxiety. Read more about breathing, meditation and mindfulness apps.
Resources
Shoulder pain helpsheet(external link) British Elbow & Shoulder Society, UK
Shoulder pain [PDF, 758 KB] Arthritis Research UK