Objectives of the service
Ping4All’s vision and ambition is to be the unique provider delivering a unique platform for wellbeing-wellness & medical sport applications with cognitive, emotional & physio-motor benefits. Our Dual services are elaborated using digital & medical state-of-the arts knowledge using a holistic and One’s Health approach.
Their digital sport health platform will provide an innovative, evidence-based sport breast cancer rehabilitation solution integrated into the healthcare systems toolbox. SmartTT- Solutions are set to revolutionize the therapeutic and well-being landscape by re-engaging people using sport health-enhancing experiences to reinforce their self-estimation with serious games to be a key actor of their health capital management.
SmartTTCare facilitates the interactions of the whole healthcare professionals and stakeholders involved in Patient’s rehabilitation journey for optimal and efficient results, starting with breast cancer.
Immersive simulation technologies, AI and 5G real-time communications present a unique opportunity to restore one’s confidence by crafting a reassuring and universally accessible environment. Our digital health will promote socialisation, and pursue rehabilitation and well-being at home, at work, at your local sport club, at any time, as an integral part of their daily routine engaging into evidence-based health-enhancing experiences.
As Ping4All continues to grow, they envision SmartTT- solutions as a front-runner in the interplay of sports medicine, technology, and social innovation.
Users and their needs
SmartTT- Care solution considers patient-centeredness considering specificities and differences that may exist per country's healthcare systems. SmartTT- Care 1st countries targeted are France & French-speaking countries, considering the European Market.
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Healthcare professionals involved in cancer care require access to comprehensive patient information, effective collaboration tools, evidence-based treatment guidelines, and ongoing education and training programs (Bouhnik et al., 2018; Rodary & Blay, 2015; Comité National de Cancérologie, 2020; Société Française d’Accompagnement et de Soins Palliatifs, n.d.; Institut National du Cancer, n.d.).
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Patients undergoing breast cancer treatment need access to comprehensive care, clear information about their condition and treatment, rehabilitation programs to improve their quality of life, and continuity of care to optimise treatment outcomes (Institut National du Cancer, 2020; Lefebvre & Meuleman, 2015; Association pour la Recherche sur le Cancer, n.d.; Bouhnik et al., 2018).
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Adapted physical activity (APA) coaches working with cancer patients require knowledge about the physical and psychological effects of cancer, training and tools for tailored exercise programs, a safe and supportive environment for physical activity, expertise in adapted sports and exercises, and effective communication with healthcare providers (Capela et al., 2020; Van Vulpen et al., 2016; Cheville et al., 2013; Courneya et al., 2007; Mishra et al., 2012).
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Caregivers, including family members and volunteers, need access to education and training programs, social support networks, reliable information, and resources tailored to their specific needs as caregivers (La Ligue Contre le Cancer, n.d.; Association pour la Recherche sur le Cancer, n.d.).
About 46% of the European and French population never exercise nor play sport. (Eurobarometer Sport and Physical activity 2017 Report). Globally, one in four adults lack exercise and more than 80% of adolescents do not get enough physical activity. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a sedentary lifestyle causes 2 million deaths worldwide each year and numerous chronic pathologies. Likewise, physical inactivity is responsible for around 10% of deaths in Europe. Consequences are for them throughout their lives and for their families, but also health services and society. In France, the cost of a sedentary lifestyle amounts to 17 billion euros per year, of which 14 billion are linked to health expenses.
Individual health capital management is important and Sports Clubs are the backbone of the sports movement, (SCforHealth), and it can make an important contribution at both individual and community levels. Participation in organized sports encourages not only low levels of physical activity in Europe, but also provides important social, mental, and physical health benefits.
These are the user groups needs on table tennis sports clubs in France:
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Sport Coaches require formal training, access to quality facilities and resources, structured skill development programs, assessment tools, mental toughness strategies, injury prevention knowledge, effective communication skills, and adaptability to evolving player needs.
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Individual Players need access to facilities and equipment, social playing opportunities, organized events, coaching, recreational play options, physical activity benefits, inclusivity, and flexible playing hours.
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Administrators need membership management, coaching support, financial management, promotion and marketing, administrative support, and community engagement.
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Volunteers need a clear understanding of their roles, access to training and support, effective communication channels, recognition for their contributions, and opportunities for socialization and networking.
Challenges include ensuring seamless access to resources, facilitating effective communication among stakeholders, and adapting solutions to manage the evolving user’s capital health needs. Additionally, the platform aims to support cancer patients in remission by addressing cognitive impairments and providing guidance during this critical phase of their health journey.
Service/ system concept
SmartTT- Platform is an integrated system of data-driven digital solutions that provides a comprehensive suite of services to support individuals and cancer patients throughout their health journey.
At its core, the system offers personalised AI-driven training programs comprising evidence-based exercises rooted in table tennis sport science. These programs are designed to empower coaches in managing tailored training sessions for diverse populations, delivering a personalized blend of physical activity, cognitive stimulation, and health-enhancing experiences to foster social engagement among patients and their support communities. This holistic approach addresses prevention, rehabilitation, and individual health capital management.
By integrating connected objects (IoT) for life data capture, mixed reality (MR) technology for immersive training, and artificial intelligence (AI) for program customization, SmartTT- ensures personalized solutions for each patient's unique needs. Real-time communication via 5G further ensures the required quality of service, high bandwidth and reduced latency critical for real-time interactive experiences.
SmartTT- Platform supports individuals and patients in transitioning from population-wide awareness and disease prevention to personalized breast cancer rehabilitation and post-cancer disease prevention along both non medical and medical paths. Additionally, the system provides stakeholders with dashboards and protocols, leveraging cloud data solutions for research and business intelligence.
Space Added Value
5G and Satcom telecommunications play a pivotal role for our project. By leveraging these space assets, SmartTT Care gains unparalleled advantages. Firstly, it ensures global accessibility, reaching patients in remote or disconnected areas where Fiber falls short or it’s less cost-efficient. This expanded reach allows SmartTT- Care to cater to a broader audience.
The integration of 5G and Satcom telecommunications is pivotal for our project. Leveraging these space assets provides SmartTT- Care with unparalleled advantages. Primarily, it ensures a potential global accessibility, reaching patients in remote or disconnected areas and where Fiber optics are limited or less cost-efficient. This extended reach enables SmartTT- Care to cater to a broader audience with the required quality of service.
Moreover, the use of 5G enables real-time communication between patients, coaches and healthcare professionals with reliable low latency and reliable quality of service. This facilitates instant feedback, interactive scenarios and real-time monitoring, crucial for personalized training programs and remote patient support. By harnessing these space assets, SmartTT- Care delivers tailored breast cancer rehabilitation programs, optimizing patient outcomes and accelerating recovery.
Overall, the integration of 5G and Satcom elevates SmartTT- porfolio efficiency and effectiveness in physical rehabilitation, delivering added value to healthcare professionals, patients, and their support networks. This advanced approach sets SmartTT- Care apart, positioning it as a leader in patient-centered digital healthcare solutions.
Current Status
Ping4All has successfully developed a functional service prototype and conducted a 16-week training program evaluation with two patients at a table tennis club and utilizing a virtual environment to gather valuable feedback. Currently, they are developing a digital health platform that includes breast cancer rehabilitation programs and health-enhancing experiences in table tennis clubs, following the Sport Clubs for Health (SCforH) initiative. This platform incorporates heart-rate sensors with high-performance computers to enhance AI analytics capabilities.
Ping4All aims to expand their services in France, focusing on breast cancer care, with continued evaluation supported by scientific and ethics committees to offer evidence-based sports health-enhancing experiences. Additionally, they are creating a proprietary mixed reality application and a smart IoT device powered by AI capabilities to equip sports clubs and coaches with valuable digital services for women health and equity. These efforts aim to establish an immersive, data-driven communication framework, ultimately enhancing patients' quality of life through innovative technological solutions that foster social innovation for holistic health, encapsulating the concept of "One Health".
