Effects of WeChat platform-based continuing care on self-management and quality of life in patients with arthritis: A quasi-experimental study.

Objective: To assess the effects of WeChat platform-based continuing care for arthritis on patients' self-management, self-efficiency, quality of life (QoL), and medication compliance.

Methods: A study was conducted on arthritis patients recruited between December 2017 and February 2018 and divided into two groups. The intervention group received continuing care from the WeChat platform and regular follow-ups, while the control group only received regular follow-ups.