Wearable Product Design for Pain Management and Behavioral Support in Bipolar Disorder

Xiangqin Shi, Bingjian Liu, Xu Sun, Loic Faulon, Jiang Wu

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Abstract

This study proposes a wearable device for young women suffering from bipolar disorder (BD), with the objective of managing stress and alleviating musculoskeletal pain associated with psychological distress. Utilizing a user-centered design (UCD) approach, the research team conducted a comprehensive review of the existing literature, administered questionnaires, and conducted observational studies, with the aim of identifying the user needs. The proposed neckband product design, in conjunction with a mobile application, employs heart rate variability (HRV) monitoring to assess stress levels and electromyography (EMG) to detect pain, providing users with relaxation reminders and medication management. Ergonomically and aesthetically designed, the device aims to address stigma and enhance treatment adherence, with preliminary user feedback indicating levels of comfort and appeal. Further testing is recommended to refine its usability.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationDesign, User Experience, and Usability - 14th International Conference, DUXU 2025, Held as Part of the 27th HCI International Conference, HCII 2025, Proceedings
EditorsMartin Schrepp
PublisherSpringer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
Pages369-385
Number of pages17
ISBN (Print)9783031932205
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2025
Event14th International Conference on Design, User Experience, and Usability, DUXU 2025, held as part of the 27th HCI International Conference, HCII 2025 - Gothenburg, Sweden
Duration: 22 Jun 202527 Jun 2025

Publication series

NameLecture Notes in Computer Science
Volume15794 LNCS
ISSN (Print)0302-9743
ISSN (Electronic)1611-3349

Conference

Conference14th International Conference on Design, User Experience, and Usability, DUXU 2025, held as part of the 27th HCI International Conference, HCII 2025
Country/TerritorySweden
CityGothenburg
Period22/06/2527/06/25

Keywords

  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Pain Management
  • Stress Monitoring
  • User-Centered Design
  • Wearable Technology

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Theoretical Computer Science
  • General Computer Science

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