Domestic Use Research Articles

Germicidal lamps using UV-C radiation may pose health safety issues: a biomolecular analysis of their effects on apoptosis and senescence.

The battle against the COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a heightened state of vigilance in global healthcare, leading to the proliferation of diverse sanitization methods. Among these approaches, germicidal lamps utilizing ultraviolet (UV) rays, particularly UV-C (wavelength ranging from 280 to 100 nm), have gained prominence for domestic use. These light-emitting diode (LED) lamps are designed to sanitize the air, objects, and surfaces. However, the prevailing concern is that these UV lamps are often introduced into the market without adequate accompanying information to ensure their safe utilization. Importantly, exposure to absorbed UV light can potentially trigger adverse biological responses, encompassing cell death and senescence. Our research encompassed a series of investigations aimed at comprehending the biological repercussions of UV-C radiation exposure from readily available domestic lamps. Our focus centered on epithelial retinal cells, keratinocytes, and fibroblasts, components of the skin and ocular targets frequently exposed to UV irradiation. Our findings underscore the potential harm associated with even brief exposure to UV, leading to irreversible and detrimental alterations in both skin cells and retinal cells of the eye. Notably, epithelial retinal cells exhibited heightened sensitivity, marked by substantial apoptosis. In contrast, keratinocytes demonstrated resilience to apoptosis even at elevated UV doses, though they were prone to senescence. Meanwhile, fibroblasts displayed a gradual amplification of both senescence and apoptosis as radiation doses escalated. In summary, despite the potential benefits offered by UV-C in deactivating pathogens like SARS-CoV-2, it remains evident that the concurrent risks posed by UV-C to human health cannot be ignored.

Design and Fabrication of Wind Turbine Utilization for Water Pumping and Power Generation

bstract: Windmills have been a symbol of sustainable energy for centuries, and their relevance continues to grow in the modern era. This abstract explores the dual functionality of windmills for both pumping and power generation. Windmills have evolved from their traditional agricultural use to become versatile renewable energy sources, capable of harnessing wind energy for various applications. For pumping, windmills are employed to lift water from wells or reservoirs, providing a reliable source of water for irrigation and domestic use, especially in remote or off-grid areas. Their mechanical design, often featuring rotating blades, efficiently converts wind energy into rotational motion, driving a pump mechanism. In the realm of power generation, windmills are pivotal in the transition to cleaner energy sources. Modern wind turbines are designed with advanced aerodynamics and materials, enabling them to capture substantial kinetic energy from the wind. This energy is then transformed into electrical power through generators. Wind farms, comprised of multiple turbines, contribute significantly to electricity grids, reducing carbon emissions and dependence on fossil fuels. This abstract underscores the dual role of windmills as sustainable solutions for pumping and power generation, emphasizing their versatility and contribution to a greener future.

Temporal Shifts in E-Scooter Rider Perspectives: A Longitudinal Investigation in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Shared electric scooters (e-scooters) have rapidly gained prominence as a first/last-mile mobility solution globally, with over 66,000 systems operating in 88 cities across 21 countries in 2019. While recognized for their flexibility, accessibility, and environmental benefits, concerns such as safety, parking issues, and infrastructural challenges accompany the operation of shared e-scooter systems. This research investigates the evolving perceptions of e-scooter users in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, comparing pre-survey results with a recent study following the official deployment of e-scooters as a transportation mode in 2022. The analysis reveals significant shifts in user behavior, preferences, and perceptions. The findings indicate increased familiarity with e-scooters, heightened usage rates, and notable changes in domestic e-scooter use. Furthermore, the study identifies variations in willingness to use e-scooters across genders. A notable shift is observed in riders’ perceptions, transforming from viewing e-scooters primarily as entertainment tools to embracing them as a reliable mode of transportation. The results show that the percentage of female respondents using e-scooters increased from 3% to 13%, representing over four times the post-survey numbers. Additionally, the percentage of individuals perceiving e-scooters as safe decreased from 28.2% in the pre-survey to 14.9% in the current survey (post-survey) among those who had used e-scooters. The regression analysis demonstrates a historical uptrend in the utilization of e-scooters, juxtaposed with a discernible decline projected for forthcoming usage (odds ratio [OR] = 0.74). Intriguingly, there is evidence indicating an enhancement of riders’ confidence towards e-scooters, as reflected by an augmented perception of safety (OR = 1.48).

I’m from the Government, and I’m Here to Help: Public Perceptions of Coercive State Power

Under what conditions does the US public support the domestic use of different institutions of coercive state power? We theorize how the type of situation, the type of actor, the mission, and the type of intervention influence public support for such missions. We use a preregistered conjoint survey experiment to test our hypotheses and find that participants (i) are less supportive of interventions in response to protests than to natural disasters or terrorism, (ii) generally prefer the police or the National Guard to the military, (iii) mistrust order maintenance interventions, and (iv) prefer intervening actors be unarmed. Preferences (ii)–(iv) are strongly conditioned on the type of event. We also find that Republicans are more accepting of military actors, order maintenance interventions, armed interventions, and policing responses to protests. We note implications for public trust in the military, the militarization of policing, and the domestic use of federal forces.

A Refined Supply‐Demand Framework to Quantify Variability in Ecosystem Services Related to Surface Water in Support of Sustainable Development Goals

AbstractAs water‐related ecosystem services (WRES) encounter unprecedented threats with climate change and human activities, it is important to understand the impact of variations in the supply and demand for WRES on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Previous studies commonly overlooked water quality and water‐use sectors when using comprehensive supply‐demand index (SDIcom), defined as the difference between water supply and demand, leading to challenges in applying WRES estimation to SDGs assessment. We constructed a refined supply‐demand framework for WRES, categorizing the water supply by water quality and the water demand by sectors. It allows the calculation of refined supply‐demand index (SDIref), addressing the limitations of SDIcom. Our findings demonstrate that SDIref could be effectively employed to assess SDGs and rectify the overestimation of SDIcom in the case study in Xinjiang. The supply‐demand relationship of water resources indicates surpluses in domestic and industrial water use and deficits in agricultural and ecological water use, with the latter worsening. SDIref is projected to be higher in the scenario with SSP2‐4.5 and high growth rate of irrigation efficiency. Our study suggested informed decisions based on SDG‐specific targets to either maintain or enhance SDG progress scores. The proposed refined supply‐demand framework of WRES established a quantitative link between WRES and human well‐being, providing applicable insights for other ecosystem service assessments in other regions.

Non-energy feedback: The unseen impacts of sensory, social, material and systemic feedback on household energy demand

Energy feedback is a central plank in demand management interventions aiming to reduce the quantity or shift the timing of domestic energy use – changes to patterns of consumption widely seen as necessary in energy systems powered by intermittent renewable generation. Despite significant resources and attention, however, the changes in consumption achieved to date through energy feedback have been relatively limited in both extent and duration. At the same time, the energy sector has largely overlooked the role of broader forms of everyday feedback that observably shape when and how energy-using practices are performed. Drawing on ethnographic research with 30 Australian households, this article argues that in order for the sector to both understand and better guide patterns of domestic energy use we need to decentre energy feedback, and instead refocus attention on the non-energy data that informs everyday practices. We bring this empirical material together with social science literature on energy policy, feedback and consumption to propose the concept of non-energy feedback. Specifically, we explore how sensory, social, material and systemic forms of feedback inform the way that people use and think about energy, and consider how conventional and non-energy forms of feedback are used in combination in the course of everyday life. We conclude by exploring both novel and potential feedback concepts that engage households on the basis of their existing interests and capacities, and consider how non-energy feedback can help to address the challenges posed by a decarbonising and decentralising grid in which demand-side participation is increasingly vital.

ANALYSIS OF METHODS OF SATELLITE MONITORING OF CHANGES IN WATER BODIES

Surface waters are part of the ecosystem services of various countries of the world, mainly intended for domestic, industrial and agricultural use, production of food, electricity (hydropower), obtaining medicinal substances and other materials from biota, organization of places of rest and recreation. Seasonal monitoring of the level of surface water allows obtaining a qualitative characteristic and quantitative assessment of changes in the hydrological ecosystem service as a result of climate changes and anthropogenic influences. In this regard, technologies for operational monitoring of the dynamics of changes in water bodies play an important role.

Capabilities and social practices: A combined conceptual framework for domestic energy use

Capabilities and social practices: A combined conceptual framework for domestic energy use

Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) marked reliable value of Ulu Muda Forest Reserve

Water resources must be preserved because they are vital for agricultural, industrial, and domestic use, especially in tropical forest regions. Given the importance of the Ulu Muda Forest Reserve to the Kedah state in sustaining paddy cultivation for the country, this study aimed to provide reliable forest classification method and produce Normalized Difference Vegetation Index-Maximum Likelihood Classification of forest density map for Ulu Muda Forest Reserve. Here, the study reports measurements of the satellite remote sensing index for the forest based the image date. The forest recorded NDVI index of 0.72 to 0.98 for high density, NDVI index of 0.61 to 0.71 for moderate and NDVI index of 0.26 to 0.60 for low density area. The index showed higher value, which is comparable with reports of other tropical forest elsewhere. The results were influenced using satellite remote sensing pre-processing, processing, and classification. As a result, based on the satellite image indices approach, upper threshold of the higher density, the forest can exhibit higher capability for sustaining its ecological and hydrological functions. Given that most of the tropical forest biome has sustained this threshold, forest management should be sustained at this state, and more measures should be taken for example increase of protection forest classification in Rancangan Pengurusan Hutan (RPH) that is one of yearly planning report in states of Peninsular Malaysia. In the meantime, Geographical Information System (GIS) capacity should be mandate looking forwards for more utilisation in mapping for planning and projection of forest resource management activities.

Socioeconomic metabolism: Drivers of resource productivity

The use of natural resources drives socioeconomic metabolism (SEM) and has been rising as economies develop, but not all countries present the same trends. Understanding how key aspects of the SEM relate to resource use and productivity is critical for promoting sustainable development.This paper analyses 15 years of the SEM dynamics in four European countries by quantifying gross domestic product (GDP) and resource use per capita. The monetary and material flows of Estonia, Croatia, Finland, and the United Kingdom were quantified in monetary and physical input-output tables, enabling the characterization of the flows between the economic sectors and of their cross-correlation indicators, namely through resource productivity.Key findings included the observation of a correlation between high productivity and more developed economies, where infrastructure has been developed for high-productivity services, the effects of economic structure on resource productivity, and on how the SEM developed after an economic recession.

Land cover changes in rural communities of Zimbabwe pre and post land reform era; a case of Shurugwi South constituency

ABSTRACT The study assessed land cover changes in rural communities of Zimbabwe pre and post land reform era (1980 - 2020). A mixed methods research design was adopted with the use of both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Remote sensing, questionnaires, interviews and observations were used for data collection. Microsoft Excel and ArcMap 10.5 software were adopted for data analysis. Results indicated that clearance of land for agriculture especially crop production, wood abstraction for domestic use and selling, establishment of settlements were the major drivers of change in Shurugwi South. Between 2000 and 2020, results showed that water bodies, shrub land and dense woodlands declined whilst grassland and cultivated/bare land increased. Findings indicated that the rates of increase in cultivated/bare lands and grassland were faster between 2000 and 2020. More so, generally water bodies and shrub land decreased during the 2000–2020 period. These changes indicated that land reform program and associated land reallocation in 2000 influenced the rates and pattern of land cover changes. The changes in land ownership and use rights following the land reforms affected land use patterns between 2000 and 2020. Naturally vegetated land is depleting hence the need for land resource conservation.

Designing Socially Assistive Robots

Socially assistive robots (SARs) are becoming more prevalent in everyday life, emphasizing the need to make them socially acceptable and aligned with users' expectations. Robots' appearance impacts users' behaviors and attitudes towards them. Therefore, product designers choose visual qualities to give the robot a character and to imply its functionality and personality. In this work, we sought to investigate the effect of cultural differences on Israeli and German designers' perceptions of SARs' roles and appearance in four different contexts: a service robot for an assisted living/retirement residence facility, a medical assistant robot for a hospital environment, a COVID-19 officer robot, and a personal assistant robot for domestic use. The key insight is that although Israeli and German designers share similar perceptions of visual qualities for most of the robotics roles, we found differences in the perception of the COVID-19 officer robot's role and, by that, its most suitable visual design. This work indicates that context and culture play a role in users' perceptions and expectations; therefore, they should be taken into account when designing new SARs for diverse contexts.

The Red Cross Red Crescent Health Information System (RCHIS): an electronic medical records and health information management system for the red cross red crescent emergency response units

BackgroundThe Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (RCRC) utilizes specialized Emergency Response Units (ERUs) for international disaster response. However, data collection and reporting within ERUs have been time-consuming and paper-based. The Red Cross Red Crescent Health Information System (RCHIS) was developed to improve clinical documentation and reporting, ensuring accuracy and ease of use while increasing compliance with reporting standards.Case presentationRCHIS is an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Health Information System (HIS) designed for RCRC ERUs. It can be accessed on Android tablets or Windows laptops, both online and offline. The system securely stores data on Microsoft Azure cloud, with synchronization facilitated through a local ERU server. The functional architecture covers all clinical functions of ERU clinics and hospitals, incorporating user-friendly features. A pilot study was conducted with the Portuguese Red Cross (PRC) during a large-scale event. Thirteen super users were trained and subsequently trained the staff. During the four-day pilot, 77 user accounts were created, and 243 patient files were documented. Feedback indicated that RCHIS was easy to use, requiring minimal training time, and had sufficient training for full utilization. Real-time reporting facilitated coordination with the civil defense authority.ConclusionsThe development and pilot use of RCHIS demonstrated its feasibility and efficacy within RCRC ERUs. The system addressed the need for an EMR and HIS solution, enabling comprehensive clinical documentation and supporting administrative reporting functions. The pilot study validated the training of trainers’ approach and paved the way for further domestic use of RCHIS. RCHIS has the potential to improve patient safety, quality of care, and reporting efficiency within ERUs. Automated reporting reduces the burden on ERU leadership, while electronic compilation enhances record completeness and correctness. Ongoing feedback collection and feature development continue to enhance RCHIS’s functionality. Further trainings took place in 2023 and preparations for international deployments are under way. RCHIS represents a significant step toward improved emergency medical care and coordination within the RCRC and has implications for similar systems in other Emergency Medical Teams.

Water security in an Andean basin: an integrated socio-hydrological, multi-scenario and allocation assessment

ABSTRACT The concept of water security encompasses dynamic objectives in various socio-hydrologic contexts. This study examines the pressures on several dimensions of water security and water usage in an Andean basin utilizing an integrated water security index (IWS), the Water Evaluation and Planning System (WEAP) model, and 10 composite scenarios for the period 2021–2099. The results show 60% of the scenarios result in a “fair” IWS score, with 40% classified as “good” trending towards “fair” coverage. Competition in terms of demand coverage for equal and different water usage priorities indicates that mining, thermoelectric, and service-related uses cover their needs, whereas other human uses are unable to cope with the demand, domestic use being the most affected. The findings highlight the difficulty of ensuring water security for all users and reveal that population dynamics and controlled human interventions and trade-offs will have a substantial impact on the provision of water services.

Household energy behaviour in the times of crisis: Lessons for policy initiatives from peripheral, fossil-dependent regions of the European Union

Drawing on the survey research conducted on a representative sample of 1200 Polish households living in peripheral, fossil-dependent regions, this paper explores the hitherto unrecognised changes in energy behaviour in the residential sector, which resulted from the increase in energy prices that initiated in 2022 after the Russia's invasion on Ukraine. We consider only no-tech and low-tech sustainable energy practices that meet the needs of households and deliver lasting reductions in domestic energy use and the increase of their energy efficiency. We concentrate on final energy consumption, i.e. energy behaviour related to heating houses, washing oneself and washing dishes, washing and drying clothes, as well as using TV, computers, household appliances and home lighting. We analyse the frequency of use of low-tech and no-tech practices and indicate the socio-economic and demographic characteristics of households and home features that differentiate them. In addition, applying the method of association rules, we outline key traits of household exhibiting different types of energy behaviour, namely ‘avoid’, ‘shift’ and ‘improve’. We use this knowledge to formulate implications for policy initiatives at European, national and local levels aiming at increasing the inclusiveness of the energy transition process.

Effects of microplastics on key reproductive and biochemical endpoints of the freshwater microcrustacean Daphnia magna

Human activities have directly impacted the environment, causing significant ecological imbalances. From the different contaminants resulting from human activities, plastics are of major environmental concern. Due to their high use and consequent discharge, plastics tend to accumulate in aquatic environments. There, plastics can form smaller particles (microplastics, MPs), due to fragmentation and weathering, which are more prone to interact with aquatic organisms and cause deleterious effects, including at the basis of different food webs. This study assessed the effects of two microplastics (polyethylene terephthalate, PET; and polypropylene, PP; both of common domestic use) in the freshwater cladoceran species Daphnia magna. Toxic effects were assessed by measuring reproductive traits (first brood and total number of offspring), and activities of biomarkers involved in xenobiotic metabolism (phase I: cytochrome P-450 isoenzymes CYP1A1, 1A2 and 3A4; phase II/conjugation: glutathione S-transferases; and antioxidant defense (catalase)). Both MPs showed a potential to significantly reduce reproductive parameters in D. magna. Furthermore, PET caused a significant increase in some isoenzymes of CYP450 in acutely exposed organisms, but this effect was not observed in chronically exposed animals. Similarly, the activity of the antioxidant defense (CAT) was significantly increased in acutely exposed animals, but not in chronically exposed organisms. This pattern of effects suggests a possible mechanism of long-term adaptation to the presence of the tested MPs. In conclusion, the herein tested MPs have shown the potential to induce deleterious effects on D. magna mainly observed in terms of the reproductive outcomes. Changes at the biochemical level seems transient and are not likely to occur in long term, environmentally exposed crustaceans.

Evaluation of Physicochemical Parameters, Carbamazepine and Diclofenac as Emerging Pollutants in the Machángara River, Quito, Ecuador

This study evaluates the pollution of the Machángara River basin in Ecuador. For the assessment, water samples were pumped from the river for 1 to 4 h, with a representative water sample of 4 L collected. In the site and laboratory, the physicochemical parameters, carbamazepine (CBZ), and diclofenac (DIC) concentrations were measured using standardized analytical methods. On average, a temperature of 17.02 °C, pH of 7.06, electrical conductivity of 760.96 µS/cm, and turbidity of 83.43 NTU were found. Furthermore, the average solids content was 72.88, 495.47, and 568.35 mg/L for total suspended solids (TSS), total dissolved solids (TDS), and total solids (TS) in that order. The highest chloride concentration (Cl− = 87.97 mg/L) was below the maximum permissible limit (MPL) based on the Ecuadorian regulations for surface and underground water for human consumption and domestic use, which only require conventional treatment. In contrast, levels of nitrate (NO3− = 27.75–288.25 mg/L) and nitrite in five points (NO2− = 2.02–5.42 mg/L) were higher than the MPLs. Moreover, sulfate (SO42− = 34.75–110 mg/L) and phosphate (PO4−P = 4.15–16.58 mg/L) contents caused turbidity and eutrophication in the river water., Additionally, concentrations of copper (Cu2+ = 0.002–0.071 mg/L), zinc (Zn2+ = 0.001–0.011 mg/L) and iron (Fe3+ = 0.000–0.287 mg/L) were within the permissible limits. On the other hand, carbamazepine concentrations in the Machángara River basin were below the limit of detection (LOD) up to a value of 0.121 mg/L. At the same time, diclofenac levels ranged from 9.32 to 48.05 mg/L. The concentration discrepancy for both pharmaceuticals is linked with the trend of drug consumption by Quito’s inhabitants. As measured in this investigation, meaningful amounts of CBZ and DIC are released to the Machángara River. Accordingly, the two pharmaceuticals in the river water may be dangerous for aquatic species.

Wall-mounted ultrafine hollow fiber membrane module for purification of domestic surface water

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that around 844 million people worldwide lack safe drinking water, including 159 million who are dependent only on surface water. Investing in a practical, sustainable, and cost-effective treatment process is indispensable to alleviating the effect of water shortage. Besides water treatment, ultrafiltration (UF) membranes are broadly used in protein fractionation and clarification of fruit juices. The hollow fiber (HF) membrane configuration has a much larger surface area per unit volume, resulting in higher productivity than the flat-sheet membrane. A spinneret was developed with a provision for altering the fiber's inner diameter from 1000 µm to 150 µm and outer dimension from 1500 µm to 350 µm, respectively, using an inbuilt detachable needle arrangement. The ultrathin hollow fiber produced by the indigenously designed spinnerets has a high surface area and packing density, which makes it useful for surface water treatment. A wall-mounted module was designed for direct connection to the tap to obtain a purified water flow of 30–40 liter per hour (LPH) for domestic use, operated with or without electricity. The fabricated ultrafine HF module (ID: 150–200 µm; OD: 350–450 µm) removes complete bacterial contamination and turbidity up to 95–100 %, making the quality of processed water potable. The developed membrane module is durable due to its large membrane area per unit volume, enhancing productivity, high packing density, good fouling resistance, easy handling, and self-supporting structure for backwashing. The present research article paves the way forward to investing in a practical, sustainable, and economical treatment process that is indispensable to alleviating the effect of water shortage.

تقييم جودة المياه في سد سماقولي للشرب والري و تربية الاسماك

لقد أجريت هذه الدراسة لمعرقة نوعية المياه وملائمته لمختلف الاغراض كالشرب والري وتربية السمك  في سد سماقولي وذلك بالاعتماد على مقياس نوعية وجودة المياه (WQI) بدلالة رقم مقياسى لاى استخدام مطلوب ، جمعت عينات المياه من ثمانية مواقع خلال فتره امتدت من شهر ايلول 2021 لغاية تموز 2022، حيث تم تحديد معيار جودة  او نوعية المياه (WQI) لأغراض الشرب ، وذلك بالاعتماد على أهم خمسە عشر معيارًا فيزيائيًا وكيميائيًا بما في ذلك: الأس الهيدروجين(PH)،التوصيل الكهربائي EC))، التعكرTurbidity)) ، الأكسجين المذاب DO))، الأكسجين الكيميائي الحيوي المطلوب ، القاعدية الكلية TA))، العسرة الكلية TH))، أيونات الكالسيوم والمغنيسيوم Ca & Mg ions))، الصوديومNa) )، البوتاسيوم K))، الكلوريد Cl))، النتريتNO2) )، النترات NO3)) والكبريتاتSO4) ). كما إعطيت الوزن النسبي لكل متغيراو معيار تراوحت من 1 إلى 5 بناءً على أهم متغيراو معيار ضروري واساسى للحياة المائية والاستخدام اليومى و المنزلي. أشارت النتائج الدراسة إلى أن مياه سد سماقولي بمدخله ومخرجه صالحة للشرب بعد اجراء المعالجة التقليدية، اذ تراوحت نتائج (DWQI) لجميع المواقع بين ( 68.11إلى 83.93)، اما بالنسبة لمؤشر جودة او نوعية مياه الري (IWQI)، تم  تحليل العينات المدروسة  لمحتويات EC ونسبة امتصاص الصوديوم (SAR) والصوديوم (Na + 1) والكلوريد (Cl-1) وبيكربونات(HCO3).كما تراوحت نتائج (IWQI) من (68.84 إلى 70.20)، وهذا يدل الى أن عينات المياه تقع ضمن فئة الحصر المنخفض (LR) والمتوسط (MR) لأغراض الري. واخيرا  سبع معايير استعملت  شملت: الأس الهيدروجيني(PH)، التعكر (Turbidity) ، المواد الصلبة الذائبة (TDS)، الأكسجين المذاب (DO) ، القاعدية الكليةTH) ) والنتراتNO3) ).   لتقييم نوعية وملائمة مياه  سد سماقولى لتربية الاسماك بالاعتماد على محدودية  المعيارى لكل وحدة من تلك المعاييرز أشارت النتائج لتلك المعايير فى جميع المواقع إلى أن المياه  ملائمة ضمن محدودية المعايير لتربية الاسماك باستثناء  معيارالعسرة الكلية TH..

Experiences of people with Long Covid with a digital physiotherapy intervention: A qualitative study.

Long Covid syndromeis a multiorgan condition with multiple sequelae affecting quality of life, capacity to workand daily activities. The advantages that new technologies can offer are presented as an opportunity in the current healthcare framework. This research aimed to explore people with Long Covid's experiences with a digital physiotherapy practice intervention, during four weeks. Qualitative semistructured interviews were conducted by video call. Thirty-twoLong Covid participants were invited to join an in-depth interviewonce the intervention was completed. Participants were queried on their intervention experiences and perceptions, as well as any lifestyle changes made, as a result of receiving digital physiotherapy practice. The interviews were transcribed and analysed using inductive qualitative content analysis. In-depth qualitative analysis has revealed four themes that reflect participants' perceptions ofdigitalphysiotherapy intervention. The helpfulness of the exercises, interaction with the physiotherapist, the domestic use of technologyand the future of digital health practice were the topics highlighted by Long Covid participants. Some improvements have been suggested including video sounds and the need to introduce face-to-face sessions. Participants stated that interventions were helpful and superior to printed exercise sheets, mobile phone appsand usual care received. This intervention did not present major barriers, highlighting the importance of personalized care and continuity in the provision of health services. The digital physiotherapy practice is perceived by people with Long Covid as an appropriate method for the care of their health needs. Participants stated the need for this type of intervention in the public health system, where it would eliminate waiting lists, facilitate accessibilityand improve existing care. Participants contributed to the interpretation of the data acquired in the interview. Trial registration NCT04742946.