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. 2023 Nov 30;11:e45947. doi: 10.2196/45947

Table 2.

The features of pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) mobile apps and their associated behavior change techniques (BCTs).

Study authors Intervention features BCTs used in the intervention group


Self-monitoring of behavior Self-monitoring of outcomes of behavior Instruction on how to perform behavior Prompts and cues
Jaffar et al [38] Educational video, training timer, symptom calendar, daily reminder notification, progress chart, and frequently asked questions
Asklund et al [34] Information (on the pelvic floor, SUIa, and lifestyle factors), statistics function that calculates the number of exercises performed, reminders, and graphic to support PFMT
Kinouchi and Ohashi [39] Reminder system


Wang et al [36] Systematic audio guidance PFMT program, audio reminders, and a dynamic graph to support PFMT

Araujo et al [35] Visual feedback, reminders, audio feedback with PFMT, self-reported perception of improvement, and exercise log
Wadensten et al [37] Information (on PFMT, the bladder, psychological topics, and lifestyle advice), reinforcement messages and daily reminders, exercise log, and bladder diary

aSUI: stress urinary incontinence.