Peercode and UMC Utrecht Join Forces to Integrate Physical Activity into Clinical Care
On May 14th, Peercode partnered with UMC Utrecht – a frontrunner in incorporating physical activity as a standard part of healthcare – for an inspiring and valuable event. Together with healthcare professionals from across the sector, we explored the vision, plans, and real-world experiences surrounding physical activity programs in clinical settings.
Embedding Movement in Daily Care
Karin Valkenet (UMC Utrecht) and Govert de Vries from Peercode delivered a clear presentation and live demonstration of Atris, showcasing how UMC Utrecht seamlessly integrates movement into daily hospital routines. Charlotte Rommens and Jolien Netjes shared their practical insights and key lessons from implementing physical activity programs hospital-wide, including essential do’s and don’ts.
Carlos de Miguel Llorente presented the latest findings from his PhD research, and the group also looked ahead: What roles will AI and telemonitoring play in the future of healthcare? And what are we learning from the ongoing OPRAH study?
Key Takeaways from the Session
- International literature reviews show that activity monitoring and coaching lead to:
- Increased physical activity among patients
- Reduced sedentary behavior
- Improved physical functioning
- Research from UMC Utrecht demonstrates that patients using Atris Pam move up to 30% more.
- The Atris system enables effective, efficient, and user-friendly activity monitoring.
- Coaching is a proven method to stimulate physical activity.
- Setting personal movement goals can double physical activity levels.
A Promising Collaboration
This session highlighted the powerful synergy of technology, research, and clinical practice in embedding physical activity as a fundamental component of care. We extend our sincere thanks to all speakers and attendees – including representatives from OLVG, Spaarne Gasthuis, Abrona, Ziekenhuis Rivierenland, Hogeschool Leiden, Streekziekenhuis Koningin Beatrix, and of course, UMC Utrecht for their warm hospitality.
Want to Learn More?
Stay tuned for updates on future sessions. Interested in a free personal demonstration of Atris? Contact us at support@atris.nl.