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Gout apps
Gout apps
- Gout is a long-term condition that can be easily managed with medicines to treat an acute flare and prevent recurrent gout attacks.
Gout is a long-term condition that can be easily managed with medicines to treat an acute flare and prevent recurrent gout attacks.
Currently there are no gout apps that we give a strong recommendation. Most existing gout apps offer limited value. Many focus narrowly on listing purine content or generic diet advice without strong medical validation.
Gout Busters online course
A New Zealand–based online course for people living with gout, as well as whānau and friends supporting them. The course provides clear, practical education to help better understand and manage the condition. While it does not include symptom tracking or ongoing management tools, it covers key topics such as why gout occurs, how medicines work, the importance of taking them correctly, and when to seek medical advice. Learn more about Gout Busters.
Other apps you may find useful
Medication reminder apps: apps that can help you keep track of medications. They can send you a reminder to take medicines and you can record when you have taken the dose.
References
- Kieser A, Dalbeth N, Serlachius A. Keeping Up with the Applications: Lessons Learned Evaluating Gout Apps.(external link) Telemed J E Health. 2018 Jul 3
- Nguyen AD, Baysari MT, Kannangara DR, et al. Mobile applications to enhance self-management of gout.(external link) Int J Med Inform. 2016 Oct;94:67-74.
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Disclaimer: The NZ Health App Library is a free consumer service to help you decide whether a health app would be suitable for you. Our review process is independent. We have no relationship with the app developers or companies and no responsibility for the service they provide. This means that if you have an issue with one of the apps we have reviewed, you will need to contact the app developer or company directly. |
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