A New Horizon in Healthcare: An Innovative Methodology for Sensor-Based Adherence Platforms in Home Monitoring of Key Treatment Indicators

This article explores the profound changes in healthcare catalyzed by the advent of sensor-based platforms, ushering in a transformative era for disease monitoring and holistic health tracking. These technologies, underpinned by advancements in sensor miniaturization and innovative human activity recognition approaches, offer a nuanced approach to monitoring habits within the familiar confines of the home. However, the practical utility of these advancements is challenged by the lack of standardized methodology to seamlessly adapt and deploy them in clinical contexts. To overcome this challenge, this article has three pivotal objectives. First, it introduces a tailored methodology for developing adherence platforms, through the active participation of different stakeholders, to monitor healthy habits in different patient households. Second, it introduces a specialized platform designed to monitor adherence at home for patients with diabetes, all within the confines of the aforementioned methodology. A comparison with other treatment adherence platforms on the market is also carried out. Lastly, this article engages in a thoughtful discussion on prospective research avenues and navigates inherent challenges associated with implementing and refining these adherence computing platforms. Therefore, our work not only emphasizes the revolutionary impact of sensor-based healthcare platforms but also addresses the pressing need for standardized methodologies and platforms attuned to specific health conditions. By drafting a comprehensive road map for the future, this article endeavors to propel the evolution of home-based healthcare monitoring, indicating a pivotal paradigm shift in patient care.