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Hsu PY, Singer J, Keysor JJ. The evolution of augmented reality to augment physical therapy: A scoping review. J Rehabil Assist Technol Eng 2024; 11:20556683241252092. [PMID: 38846024 PMCID: PMC11155346 DOI: 10.1177/20556683241252092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2024] [Accepted: 04/16/2024] [Indexed: 06/09/2024] Open
Abstract
Augmented reality is increasingly used in health care, yet little is known about how AR is being used in physical therapy practice and what clinical outcomes could occur with technology use. In this scoping review, a broad literature review was conducted to gain an understanding of current knowledge of AR use and outcomes in physical therapy practice. A structured literature search of articles published between 2000 to September 2023 that examined the use of AR in a physical therapy context was conducted. Reference lists of articles for full review were searched for additional studies. Data from articles meeting inclusion criteria were extracted and synthesized across studies. 549 articles were identified; 40 articles met criteria for full review. Gait and balance of neurological and older adult populations were most frequently targeted, with more recent studies including orthopedic and other populations. Approximately half were pilot or observational studies and half are experimental. Many studies found within group improvements. Of studies reporting between group differences, AR interventions were more effective in improving function almost half of the time, with 20%, 27% and 28% showing efficacy in disability, balance, and gait outcomes. AR in physical therapy holds promise; however, efficacy outcomes are unclear.
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Affiliation(s)
- Po-Yao Hsu
- Physical Therapy Program, MGH Institute of Health Professions, Boston, MA, USA
- Cape Ann Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy Center, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, USA
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- Physical Therapy Program, MGH Institute of Health Professions, Boston, MA, USA
- The Midland School, University or College, Branchburg, NJ, USA
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- Physical Therapy Program, MGH Institute of Health Professions, Boston, MA, USA
- School of Healthcare Leadership, MGH Institute of Health Professions, Boston, MA, USA
- Rehabilitation Sciences Program, MGH Institute of Health Professions, Boston, MA, USA
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Reitzel M, Letts L, Lennon C, Lasenby-Lessard J, Novak-Pavlic M, Di Rezze B, Phoenix M. Co-designing solutions to enhance access and engagement in pediatric telerehabilitation. FRONTIERS IN REHABILITATION SCIENCES 2023; 4:1293833. [PMID: 38178897 PMCID: PMC10765520 DOI: 10.3389/fresc.2023.1293833] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2024]
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Introduction Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, children's therapy appointments provided by Ontario's publicly-funded Children's Treatment Centre (CTCs) primarily occurred in-person. With COVID-19 restrictions, CTCs offered services via telerehabilitation (e.g., video, phone), which remains a part of service delivery. CTC data shows that families experience barriers in attending telerehabilitation appointments and may need supports in place to ensure service accessibility. Our study aimed to co-design innovative solutions to enhance access and engagement in ambulatory pediatric telerehabilitation services. This manuscript reports the co-design process and findings related to solution development. Methods This research project used an experience based co-design (EBCD) approach, where caregivers, clinicians and CTC management worked together to improve experience with telerehabilitation services. Interview data were collected from 27 caregivers and 27 clinicians to gain an in-depth understanding of their barriers and successes with telerehabilitation. Next, 4 interactive co-design meetings were held with caregivers, clinicians and CTC management to address priorities identified during the interviews. Using qualitative content analysis, data from the interviews and co-design meetings were analyzed and findings related to the solutions developed are presented. Findings Four topics were identified from the interview data that were selected as focii for the co-design meetings. Findings from the co-design meetings emphasized the importance of communication, consistency and connection (the 3C's) in experiences with telerehabilitation. The 3C's are represented in the co-designed solutions aimed at changing organizational processes and generating tools and resources for telerehabilitation services. Discussion The 3C's influence experiences with telerehabilitation services. By enhancing the experience with telerehabilitation, families will encounter fewer barriers to accessing and engaging in this service delivery model.
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Affiliation(s)
- Meaghan Reitzel
- School of Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- KidsAbility Centre for Child Development, Waterloo, ON, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- KidsAbility Centre for Child Development, Waterloo, ON, Canada
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- Parent Partner, Waterloo, ON, Canada
- Psychology Department, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Scratch SE, Mallory KD, Al-Hakeem H, Lovell A, Moody K, Lam B, Brazill L, Knapp P, Hickling A. Move&Connect-Youth: A Virtual Group Intervention for Youth Experiencing Persisting Symptoms After Concussion. Dev Neurorehabil 2023; 26:471-482. [PMID: 38531782 DOI: 10.1080/17518423.2024.2331455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2023] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024]
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Move&Connect-Youth (M&C-Y) is an interdisciplinary virtual group intervention for youth experiencing persisting symptoms after concussion (PSAC) that includes psychoeducation, active rehabilitation, and goal-setting. Using an intervention mapping framework, this paper describes the iterative development of M&C-Y and findings from initial feasibility testing. Ten youth participated in M&C-Y completing pre-intervention demographic questionnaires and semi-structured exit interviews to understand participants' experience and gather feedback. M&C-Y was feasible based on apriori criteria and findings from interviews provided insights related to: (1) intervention structure, (2) intervention engagement, and (3) intervention takeaways. M&C-Y is a meaningful, feasible, and engaging intervention for youth with PSAC.
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Affiliation(s)
- Shannon E Scratch
- Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Rehabilitation Sciences Institute, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Department of Paediatrics, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Department of Psychology, University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario, Canada
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- Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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