Wearable IoT health sensing beyond functional utility: Identity-expressive and hedonic determinants of user acceptance in intimate physiological monitoring devices — A sequential FA–ANP mixed-methods investigation with digital health policy implications - Report - MDSpire

Wearable IoT health sensing beyond functional utility: Identity-expressive and hedonic determinants of user acceptance in intimate physiological monitoring devices — A sequential FA–ANP mixed-methods investigation with digital health policy implications

  • By

  • Ai-Chieh Chang

  • Jiin-Chyuan Mark Lai

  • Shu-Hui Peng

  • Chun-Ming Shih

  • Ming Yuan Hsieh

  • July 1, 2026

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Clinical Report: Exploring User Acceptance of Wearable Health Monitoring Devices

Overview

This study investigates user acceptance of wearable health monitoring devices, emphasizing identity and hedonic factors in technology adoption.

Background

The rapid expansion of wearable health technologies has transformed personal health monitoring, moving beyond clinical settings into everyday life. Understanding user acceptance is crucial for the integration of these devices, particularly in intimate health monitoring.

Data Highlights

No numerical or trial data provided in the source material.

Key Findings

  • User acceptability is a critical determinant of wearable health technology adoption.
  • The technology acceptance model (TAM) and UTAUT2 frameworks require adaptation for intimate health monitoring contexts.
  • Hedonic motivation plays a significant role in the acceptance of intimate health monitoring devices.
  • Users perceive wearable devices as identity artifacts, influencing their engagement and satisfaction.
  • There is a growing market for intimate health monitoring devices.

Clinical Implications

Healthcare professionals should consider identity and experiential aspects of wearable devices.

Conclusion

Understanding user motivations and identity is important in the adoption of wearable health technologies.

Related Resources & Content

  1. Journal of Medical Internet Research (JMIR), 2026 -- Association Between Wearable Device Adoption and Health-Related Lifestyle Behaviors: Retrospective Cohort Study
  2. Frontiers in Digital Health, 2026 -- Patient Engagement with Consumer Wearable Devices in the Electronic Health Record
  3. DIGITAL HEALTH, 2026 -- Ladders to better health? Identifying the cognitive pathways and barriers to value attainment in wearable health device usage
  4. JAMA Network Open -- Wearable Devices and Data Sharing in the US
  5. Diabetes Technology: Standards of Care in Diabetes—2026 | Diabetes Care | American Diabetes Association
  6. 7. Diabetes Technology: Standards of Care in Diabetes—2026 | Diabetes Care | American Diabetes Association
  7. Accuracy and interpretability of smartwatch electrocardiogram for early detection of atrial fibrillation: A systematic review and meta‐analysis - PMC
  8. 2025 High Blood Pressure (BP) Guideline - Professional Heart Daily | American Heart Association

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Wearable IoT health sensing beyond functional utility: Identity-expressive and hedonic determinants of user acceptance in intimate physiological monitoring devices — A sequential FA–ANP mixed-methods investigation with digital health policy implications

  • by Ai-Chieh Chang, Jiin-Chyuan Mark Lai, Shu-Hui Peng, Chun-Ming Shih, Ming Yuan Hsieh

  • July 1, 2026

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