A Study of User Experience and Accessibility in Popular Health Monitoring Applications

Abstract

Health monitoring applications have become essential tools in personal healthcare management, enabling users to track fitness levels, monitor chronic conditions, and communicate with medical professionals. This study investigates user experience (UX) and accessibility features in popular health monitoring applications such as Apple Health, Google Fit, Samsung Health, and MyFitnessPal. The research evaluates how effectively these applications cater to diverse user needs, particularly those of elderly and differently-abled individuals. Through surveys, usability testing, and accessibility audits, the paper highlights best practices, common design flaws, and suggests improvements for inclusive, user-friendly health applications.