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Olowoyo P, Dhamija RK, Owolabi MO. Telerehabilitation - historical perspectives and conceptual framework in reference to neurological disorders: A narrative review. NeuroRehabilitation 2024:NRE240079. [PMID: 38995808 DOI: 10.3233/nre-240079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/14/2024]
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BACKGROUND Telerehabilitation as a new subdiscipline of telehealth is the application of information technology to support and deliver rehabilitation services via two-way or multipoint interactive online telecommunication technology. This enables the therapist to optimize the timing, intensity, and duration of therapy which is often not possible within the constraints of face-to-face treatment protocols in current health systems. OBJECTIVE To review the historical perspective and conceptual framework of telerehabilitation in neurological disorders. METHODS A narrative review of the literature was performed for the historical perspective and a systematic review of the conceptual framework was performed using the PRISMA guidelines on chronic neurological disorders; multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, stroke, Parkinson's disease, cognitive impairment, and headaches. The search included articles from the past 20 years (2004 to 2024). RESULTS Telerehabilitation dates back to the 1960s and early 1970s. Documented effective interventions were mostly on therapies for speech disorders. The conceptual framework consisted of three major components of telerehabilitation programmes including development, implementation, and evaluation. The COVID-19 pandemic suddenly made telerehabilitation come to the limelight because physical distancing became necessary. Out of the 110,000 articles downloaded, 43 met the inclusion criteria for review on the conceptual framework of telerehabilitation in relation to neurological disorders. The articles discussed multiple sclerosis (2), spinal cord disorders (1), stroke (17), Parkinson's disease (15), headaches (3), and cognitive disorders (5). All articles reviewed assessed the effectiveness of telemedicine except for the articles on multiple sclerosis and spinal cord disorders which examined the interphase between the technology and the end users. CONCLUSION The future of telerehabilitation looks promising with the subsequent integration of innovative tools and applications. This will require the adaption of technology, continuous capacity building, education, and training of healthcare professionals to ensure that they are adequately equipped with the necessary skills to provide quality virtual reality rehabilitation care.
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- Paul Olowoyo
- Department of Medicine, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria
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- Department of Neurology, Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Neurology Department, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria
- Center for Genomics and Precision Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
- Lebanese American University, Beirut, Lebanon
- Department of Medicine, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria
- Blossom Specialist Medical Center, Ibadan, Nigeria
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Phillips R, Hilton C, Sousa Filho LF, Farlie M, Morrissey D, Malliaras P. Behaviour change and rehabilitation adherence in adults with tendinopathy: a scoping review. Disabil Rehabil 2024:1-13. [PMID: 38420953 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2024.2320832] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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PURPOSE This scoping review aimed to identify behaviour change strategies influencing rehabilitation adherence in adults with tendinopathy, a common musculoskeletal condition requiring prolonged rehabilitation with poor adherence and variable outcomes. METHODS Following the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) methodology, seven databases were searched until April 2023. Records included reviews, intervention, and qualitative studies published in English. Behaviour change strategies were deductively coded and mapped to the capability, opportunity, and motivation model of behaviour (COM-B). RESULTS Eighty-six articles were retained. The primary behaviour change strategies in tendinopathy rehabilitation reports addressed Psychological Capability; from knowledge through education, instruction, and self-monitoring using exercise diaries. Also, Social Opportunity involves demonstration and monitoring of rehabilitation behaviour, and Physical Opportunity focuses on time-efficient programs with access to equipment and health professionals. Few reports addressed Automatic Motivation (positive reinforcement and habit formation). Barriers identified in the reports were Reflective Motivation (negative beliefs and fears), Physical Opportunity (time-constraints), and Physical Capability (pain and comorbidities). CONCLUSIONS Further research should explore the impact of education on beliefs, fears, and pain-management, as well as the effectiveness of teaching habit formation for improved time-management. Implementing these behaviour change strategies may enhance tendinopathy rehabilitation adherence, improving clinical trial efficacy, guiding clinical practice, and impacting patient outcomes.
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- Rebecca Phillips
- Physiotherapy Department, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Physiotherapy Department, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Physiotherapy Department, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK
- Sport and Exercise Medicine, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- Physiotherapy Department, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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Longo UG, Lalli A, Medina G, Maffulli N. Conservative Management of Partial Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears: A Systematic Review. Sports Med Arthrosc Rev 2023; 31:80-87. [PMID: 37976129 DOI: 10.1097/jsa.0000000000000372] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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BACKGROUND Conservative management has emerged as an attractive option for partial thickness rotator cuff tears (PT-RCTs). A single algorithmic treatment strategy for patients with symptomatic PT-RCT has not yet been developed. This systematic review aims to ascertain whether a conservative approach to PT-RCTs yields positive results in terms of clinical outcomes and functional recovery. METHODS This is a systematic review of the literature on patients with PT-RCTs receiving conservative treatment with physiotherapy, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, collagen injections, hyaluronic acid (HA) injections, or corticosteroids injections coupled with polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN). Outcomes such as the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons and Constant-Murley Score evaluations, as well as the Shoulder Pain and Disability Index and Euro Quality of Life-5D questionnaires were reported following a conservative approach. RESULTS Eleven studies were included. Six articles explored the outcomes of patients with PT-RCT treated with PRP injections. Significant improvements in VAS for pain were observed. Two studies examined collagen injections and reported variations in VAS for pain and Constant-Murley Score. Sodium hyaluronate and HA injections were studied in two other articles, showing notable improvements in American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons scores. Corticosteroid and PDRN injections also displayed favorable outcomes. In addition, physical therapy protocols demonstrated improvements in VAS for pain and strength, particularly with eccentric rehabilitation. CONCLUSIONS Conservative management of PT-RCTs, involving physical therapy, PRP injections, collagen injections, corticosteroid injections, HA injections, and PDRN in jections, demonstrates favorable clinical outcomes. In addition, favorable results are observed in terms of decreased tear width and improved strength recovery, at least during a short-term follow-up. Unfortunately, long-term insight into the structural integrity of conservatively treated rotator cuff tendons following a partial injury has not been thoroughly evaluated yet. STUDY DESIGN LEVELS OF EVIDENCE Level IV-systematic review.
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- Umile Giuseppe Longo
- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus-Biomedico
- Research Unit of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Department of Medicine and Surgery, Università Campus Bio-Medico di Roma, Roma
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- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus-Biomedico
- Research Unit of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Department of Medicine and Surgery, Università Campus Bio-Medico di Roma, Roma
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery-Sports Medicine Service, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Disorders, School of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
- Queen Mary University of London, Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Centre for Sports and Exercise Medicine, Mile End Hospital, London, UK
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Pak SS, Janela D, Freitas N, Costa F, Moulder R, Molinos M, Areias AC, Bento V, Cohen SP, Yanamadala V, Souza RB, Correia FD. Comparing Digital to Conventional Physical Therapy for Chronic Shoulder Pain: Randomized Controlled Trial. J Med Internet Res 2023; 25:e49236. [PMID: 37490337 PMCID: PMC10474513 DOI: 10.2196/49236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Revised: 06/27/2023] [Accepted: 07/25/2023] [Indexed: 07/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Chronic shoulder pain (CSP) is a common condition with various etiologies, including rotator cuff disorders, adhesive capsulitis, shoulder instability, and shoulder arthritis. It is associated with substantial disability and psychological distress, resulting in poor productivity and quality of life. Physical therapy constitutes the mainstay treatment for CSP, but several barriers exist in accessing care. In recent years, telerehabilitation has gained momentum as a potential solution to overcome such barriers. It has shown numerous benefits, including improving access and convenience, promoting patient adherence, and reducing costs. However, to date, no previous randomized controlled trial has compared fully remote digital physical therapy to in-person rehabilitation for nonoperative CSP. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study is to compare clinical outcomes between digital physical therapy and conventional in-person physical therapy in patients with CSP. METHODS We conducted a single-center, parallel-group, randomized controlled trial involving 82 patients with CSP referred for outpatient physical therapy. Participants were randomized into digital or conventional physical therapy (8-week interventions). The digital intervention consisted of home exercise, education, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), using a device with movement digitalization for biofeedback and asynchronous physical therapist monitoring through a cloud-based portal. The conventional group received in-person physical therapy, including exercises, manual therapy, education, and CBT. The primary outcome was the change (baseline to 8 weeks) in function and symptoms using the short-form of Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand questionnaire. Secondary outcome measures included self-reported pain, surgery intent, analgesic intake, mental health, engagement, and satisfaction. All questionnaires were delivered electronically. RESULTS A total of 90 participants were randomized into digital or conventional physical therapy, with 82 receiving the allocated intervention. Both groups experienced significant improvements in function measured by the short-form of the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand questionnaire, with no differences between groups (-1.8, 95% CI -13.5 to 9.8; P=.75). For secondary outcomes, no differences were observed in surgery intent, analgesic intake, and mental health or worst pain. Higher reductions were observed in average and least pain in the conventional group, which, given the small effect sizes (least pain 0.15 and average pain 0.16), are unlikely to be clinically meaningful. High adherence and satisfaction were observed in both groups, with no adverse events. CONCLUSIONS This study shows that fully remote digital programs can be viable care delivery models for CSP given their scalability and effectiveness, assessed through comparison with high-dosage in-person rehabilitation. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT04636528); https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04636528.
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- Sang S Pak
- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States
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- Institute of Cognitive Science, University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO, United States
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- Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, United States
- Department of Anesthesiology and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Anesthesiology, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD, United States
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States
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- Sword Health Inc, Draper, UT, United States
- Department of Neurology, Centro Hospitalar e Universitário do Porto, Porto, Portugal
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Tokgöz P, Wähnert D, Elsner A, Schack T, Cienfuegos Tellez MA, Conrad J, Vordemvenne T, Dockweiler C. Virtual Reality for Upper Extremity Rehabilitation-A Prospective Pilot Study. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:healthcare11101498. [PMID: 37239784 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11101498] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2023] [Revised: 05/16/2023] [Accepted: 05/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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Applications related to virtual reality are a rapidly growing area. Thus, these technologies are also increasingly used in the field of medicine and rehabilitation. The primary objective of this prospective pilot study was to investigate the feasibility, user experience and acceptance of a virtual-reality-based system for upper extremity rehabilitation. The study was conducted as a single-center trial over 16 weeks. The eligibility criteria included rehabilitants with upper extremity injuries of at least 18 years of age who were fluent in spoken and written German. After detailed instruction, each participant was asked to complete daily 30 min exercises over 15 training sessions with the virtual reality system consisting of three different training modules. Outcomes were assessed pre-study and post-study using standardized clinical measures. In addition, qualitative interviews with rehabilitants as well as therapists regarding user experience and acceptance were conducted. Six participants were recruited for the pilot study, of which five underwent virtual-reality-based rehabilitation. Overall, the clinical measures showed a positive tendency over the course of the study, even if the results were not significant. Furthermore, the virtual-reality-based training was well accepted by the participants as well as therapists. Given these findings, it will be beneficial to evaluate virtual reality for rehabilitation in further research.
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- Pinar Tokgöz
- Digital Public Health, Department Digital Biomedicine and Health Sciences, School of Life Sciences, University of Siegen, 57076 Siegen, Germany
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- Clinic for Trauma Surgery and Orthopedics, Protestant Hospital of Bethel Foundation, University Hospital OWL, 33617 Bielefeld, Germany
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- German Institute for Orthopedics, Osteopathy and Sports Medicine (DIOSS), 33604 Bielefeld, Germany
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- Neurocognition and Action Research Group, Faculty of Psychology and Sports Science, University Bielefeld, 33615 Bielefeld, Germany
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- Neurocognition and Action Research Group, Faculty of Psychology and Sports Science, University Bielefeld, 33615 Bielefeld, Germany
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- Center for Outpatient Rehabilitation, 33617 Bielefeld, Germany
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- Clinic for Trauma Surgery and Orthopedics, Protestant Hospital of Bethel Foundation, University Hospital OWL, 33617 Bielefeld, Germany
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- Digital Public Health, Department Digital Biomedicine and Health Sciences, School of Life Sciences, University of Siegen, 57076 Siegen, Germany
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Lee D, Destine H, Gibbs BS, Lencer AJ, Paul RW, Palm J, Tjoumakaris FP. Disruptions in Standard Care in Patients After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Orthop J Sports Med 2023; 11:23259671231157380. [PMID: 37123993 PMCID: PMC10134137 DOI: 10.1177/23259671231157380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Accepted: 12/13/2022] [Indexed: 05/02/2023] Open
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Background The coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic led to disruptions in care for orthopaedic patients who underwent surgery just before the outbreak, rendering some unable to participate in standard postoperative care. Many of these patients underwent clinical follow-up and physical therapy via telehealth. Purpose To evaluate the methods of postoperative care in patients who underwent arthroscopic rotator cuff repair (RCR) and had follow-ups during the height of the pandemic versus those who received prior standard of care. We aimed to compare the 1-year outcomes between these cohorts. Study Design Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods A retrospective chart review was used to identify patients who underwent primary RCR in February and March 2020 (COVID cohort) and the same period in 2019 (control cohort) at a single institution. Excluded were patients who underwent revision RCR, used workers' compensation, or were incarcerated or deceased. The included patients reported the postoperative care received, their satisfaction with care, physical therapy appointment type (in person, home based, telehealth, or self-guided), satisfaction with physical therapy, and minimum 1-year postoperative American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES), Single Assessment Numeric Evaluation (SANE), and Penn Shoulder Score (PSS) outcomes. Results Overall, 428 patients were included for final analysis--199 in the COVID cohort and 229 controls. Follow-up data were collected for 160 patients in the COVID group (80.4%) and 169 control patients (73.8%). In the COVID group, 110 patients (68.8%) had ≥1 clinical visit conducted via telehealth, compared with zero in the control group. There were no differences between the COVID and control groups in the ASES (84.2 ± 16.5 vs 86.5 ± 17; P = .27 ), SANE (83.9 ± 15.4 vs 84.8 ± 17.5; P = .66), PSS (84.8 ± 15.3 vs 87.1 ± 15.1; P = .22), or patient satisfaction with the care received (81.7 ± 22.6 vs 86.3 ± 23.5; P = .09). Satisfaction with physical therapy was significantly higher in the control group (88.3 ± 18.9 vs 81.9 ± 22.5; P = .01). Conclusion Despite disruptions in care, RCR patients had comparable 1-year outcomes during the pandemic versus before the pandemic. Telehealth clinical follow-up appointments did not adversely affect patient-reported outcome measures and may be appropriate for RCR patients beyond the pandemic.
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- Donghoon Lee
- Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA
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- Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA
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- Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA
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- Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA
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- Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA
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- Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA
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- Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA
- Fotios P. Tjoumakaris, MD, Rothman Orthopaedics at Thomas Jefferson University, 2500 English Creek Avenue, Building 1300, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA ()
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Cha ED, Suraci C, Petrosky D, Welsh R, Reynolds G, Scharf M, Brutico J, SantaLucia G, Choi J. Patient satisfaction in shoulder arthroscopy: telemedicine vs. clinic follow-up visits. Clin Shoulder Elb 2022; 25:106-111. [PMID: 35545248 PMCID: PMC9185120 DOI: 10.5397/cise.2021.00619] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2021] [Accepted: 12/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Background The use of telemedicine for postoperative visits is increasing, especially in rural areas. Few studies have investigated its use for arthroscopic shoulder patients. This study aims to evaluate patient satisfaction with telemedicine for postoperative clinic visits following arthroscopic shoulder procedures in a rural setting. Methods Patients were prospectively enrolled using the following exclusion criteria: <18 years, open procedures, and non-compliance follow-up at 6 weeks postoperatively. All patients completed a 13-question satisfaction survey, while telemedicine patients completed an additional, separate seven-question survey. Patients who switched groups completed a four-question prompt to determine the reasons for switching. Differences between groups were evaluated by either Student t-test or Mann-Whitney U-test. Results The study enrolled 32 patients, with five patients following up by telemedicine and 27 in person. Age and distance from clinic were similar between patients who were assigned to the telemedicine group, completed the telemedicine visit, and opted for in-person visits (all p>0.05). Patient satisfaction did not vary significantly based on care by the surgeon, concerns being addressed, thoroughness of visit, overall clinical assessment at a prior visit, and improvements in pain and physical function (all p>0.05). Among patients who opted out of telemedicine visits, the most common reason was a preference to meet in-person but these patients agreed that telemedicine visits are a good idea. Conclusions Regardless of type of follow-up, individuals reported similar levels of satisfaction with treatment during the visit and improvements in pain and physical function.
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Janela D, Costa F, Molinos M, Moulder RG, Lains J, Francisco GE, Bento V, Cohen SP, Correia FD. Asynchronous and Tailored Digital Rehabilitation of Chronic Shoulder Pain: A Prospective Longitudinal Cohort Study. J Pain Res 2022; 15:53-66. [PMID: 35035234 PMCID: PMC8755939 DOI: 10.2147/jpr.s343308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2021] [Accepted: 12/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Background Chronic shoulder pain (SP) is responsible for significant morbidity, decreased quality of life and impaired work ability, resulting in high socioeconomic burden. Successful SP management is dependent on adherence and compliance with effective evidence-based interventions. Digital solutions may improve accessibility to such treatments, increasing convenience, while reducing healthcare-related costs. Purpose Present the results of a fully remote digital care program (DCP) for chronic SP. Patients and Methods Interventional, single-arm, cohort study of individuals with chronic SP applying for a digital care program. Primary outcome was the mean change between baseline and 12 weeks on the Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (QuickDASH) questionnaire. Secondary outcomes were change in pain (NPRS), analgesic consumption, intention to undergo surgery, anxiety (GAD-7), depression (PHQ-9), fear-avoidance beliefs (FABQ-PA), work productivity (WPAI) and engagement. Results From 296 patients at program start, 234 (79.1%) completed the intervention. Changes in QuickDASH between baseline and end-of-program were both statistically (p < 0.001) and clinically significant, with a mean reduction of 51.6% (mean −13.45 points, 95% CI: 11.99; 14.92). Marked reductions were also observed in all secondary outcomes: 54.8% in NPRS, 44.1% ceased analgesics consumption, 55.5% in surgery intent, 37.7% in FABQ-PA, 50.3% in anxiety, 63.6% in depression and 66.5% in WPAI overall. Higher engagement was associated with higher improvements in disability. Mean patient satisfaction score was 8.7/10.0 (SD 1.6). Conclusion This is the first real-world cohort study reporting the results of a multimodal remote digital approach for chronic SP rehabilitation. High completion and engagement rates were observed, which were associated with clinically significant improvement in all health-related outcomes, as well as marked productivity recovery. These promising results support the potential of digital modalities to address the global burden of chronic musculoskeletal pain.
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- Dora Janela
- SWORD Health Technologies, Inc, Clinical Validation, Draper, UT, USA
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- SWORD Health Technologies, Inc, Clinical Validation, Draper, UT, USA
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- SWORD Health Technologies, Inc, Clinical Validation, Draper, UT, USA
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- Institute for Cognitive Science, University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO, USA
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- Rovisco Pais Medical and Rehabilitation Centre, Tocha, Portugal.,Faculty of Medicine, Coimbra University, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, The University of Texas Health Science Center McGovern Medical School, and TIRR Memorial Hermann, Houston, TX, USA
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- SWORD Health Technologies, Inc, Clinical Validation, Draper, UT, USA
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- Departments of Anesthesiology & Critical Care Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Neurology, and Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA.,Departments of Anesthesiology and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Anesthesiology, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- SWORD Health Technologies, Inc, Clinical Validation, Draper, UT, USA.,Neurology Department, Centro Hospitalar e Universitário do Porto, Porto, Portugal
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Fahey E, Elsheikh MFH, Davey MS, Rowan F, Cassidy JT, Cleary MS. Telemedicine in Orthopedic Surgery: A Systematic Review of Current Evidence. Telemed J E Health 2021; 28:613-635. [PMID: 34375150 DOI: 10.1089/tmj.2021.0221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Introduction: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has triggered transformative changes in how clinicians interact with patients. There has been a shift toward virtual consultations. The evidence to support this change in practice is unclear. The aim of this study was to systematically review the evidence base for virtual consultations for orthopedics. Materials and Methods: Two independent reviewers performed a literature search based on Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, utilizing the MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Scopus databases. Only studies reporting outcomes following the use of telemedicine for diagnosis, consultation, rehabilitation, and follow-up were included. Outcomes analyzed were: (1) patient and clinician satisfaction, (2) clinical outcome measures, and (3) cost analysis of traditional versus teleconsultation. Results: A total of 41 studies were included. Fifteen studies compared clinical outcomes of telemedicine against a matched traditional cohort. Of these 15 studies, 2 demonstrated noninferiority, 9 showed no statistically significant difference, and 4 found telemedicine to be superior. Eleven studies recorded patient reported outcomes, which demonstrated high patient satisfaction. Nine studies reported decreased costs when telemedicine was compared to traditional care. The remaining six studies had varied aims and methodologies that didn't fit well with any of these subheadings. Discussion: While the available evidence is limited, the studies assessed here show that telemedicine can deliver high quality health care with good clinical outcomes and high patient satisfaction in a cost-effective manner. Our team thinks what this has highlighted is that communication technology is advancing rapidly and that we as a community of surgeons need to be able to adapt rapidly and adopt innovative technology to continue to improve patient experience and outcomes.
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- Eoin Fahey
- Department of Orthopaedics, University Hospital Waterford, Waterford, Ireland.,Higher Surgical Training Scheme (HST), Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University Hospital Waterford, Waterford, Ireland.,Higher Surgical Training Scheme (HST), Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University Hospital Waterford, Waterford, Ireland.,Higher Surgical Training Scheme (HST), Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University Hospital Waterford, Waterford, Ireland.,Higher Surgical Training Scheme (HST), Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University Hospital Waterford, Waterford, Ireland.,Higher Surgical Training Scheme (HST), Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University Hospital Waterford, Waterford, Ireland.,Higher Surgical Training Scheme (HST), Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland.,College of Medicine, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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Elgert L, Steiner B, Saalfeld B, Marschollek M, Wolf KH. Health-Enabling Technologies to Assist Patients With Musculoskeletal Shoulder Disorders When Exercising at Home: Scoping Review. JMIR Rehabil Assist Technol 2021; 8:e21107. [PMID: 33538701 PMCID: PMC8294637 DOI: 10.2196/21107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2020] [Revised: 11/04/2020] [Accepted: 12/16/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Background Health-enabling technologies (HETs) are information and communication technologies that promote individual health and well-being. An important application of HETs is telerehabilitation for patients with musculoskeletal shoulder disorders. Currently, there is no overview of HETs that assist patients with musculoskeletal shoulder disorders when exercising at home. Objective This scoping review provides a broad overview of HETs that assist patients with musculoskeletal shoulder disorders when exercising at home. It focuses on concepts and components of HETs, exercise program strategies, development phases, and reported outcomes. Methods The search strategy used Medical Subject Headings and text words related to the terms upper extremity, exercises, and information and communication technologies. The MEDLINE, Embase, IEEE Xplore, CINAHL, PEDro, and Scopus databases were searched. Two reviewers independently screened titles and abstracts and then full texts against predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. A systematic narrative synthesis was performed. Overall, 8988 records published between 1997 and 2019 were screened. Finally, 70 articles introducing 56 HETs were included. Results Identified HETs range from simple videoconferencing systems to mobile apps with video instructions to complex sensor-based technologies. Various software, sensor hardware, and hardware for output are in use. The most common hardware for output are PC displays (in 34 HETs). Microsoft Kinect cameras in connection with related software are frequently used as sensor hardware (in 27 HETs). The identified HETs provide direct or indirect instruction, monitoring, correction, assessment, information, or a reminder to exercise. Common parameters for exercise instructions are a patient’s range of motion (in 43 HETs), starting and final position (in 32 HETs), and exercise intensity (in 20 HETs). In total, 48 HETs provide visual instructions for the exercises; 29 HETs report on telerehabilitation aspects; 34 HETs only report on prototypes; and 15 HETs are evaluated for technical feasibility, acceptance, or usability, using different assessment instruments. Efficacy or effectiveness is demonstrated for only 8 HETs. In total, 18 articles report on patients’ evaluations. An interdisciplinary contribution to the development of technologies is found in 17 HETs. Conclusions There are various HETs, ranging from simple videoconferencing systems to complex sensor-based technologies for telerehabilitation, that assist patients with musculoskeletal shoulder disorders when exercising at home. Most HETs are not ready for practical use. Comparability is complicated by varying prototype status, different measurement instruments, missing telerehabilitation aspects, and few efficacy studies. Consequently, choosing an HET for daily use is difficult for health care professionals and decision makers. Prototype testing, usability, and acceptance tests with the later target group under real-life conditions as well as efficacy or effectiveness studies with patient-relevant core outcomes for every promising HET are required. Furthermore, health care professionals and patients should be more involved in the product design cycle to consider relevant practical aspects.
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- Lena Elgert
- Peter L. Reichertz Institute for Medical Informatics of TU Braunschweig and Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Peter L. Reichertz Institute for Medical Informatics of TU Braunschweig and Hannover Medical School, Braunschweig, Germany
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- Peter L. Reichertz Institute for Medical Informatics of TU Braunschweig and Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Peter L. Reichertz Institute for Medical Informatics of TU Braunschweig and Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Peter L. Reichertz Institute for Medical Informatics of TU Braunschweig and Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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STUDY DESIGN This was a prospective cohort study. OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to design and test a novel spine neurological examination adapted for telemedicine. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA Telemedicine is a rapidly evolving technology associated with numerous potential benefits for health care, especially in the modern era of value-based care. To date, no studies have assessed whether. METHODS Twenty-one healthy controls and 20 patients with cervical or lumbar spinal disease (D) were prospectively enrolled. Each patient underwent a telemedicine neurological examination as well as a traditional in-person neurological examination administered by a fellowship trained spine surgeon and a physiatrist. Both the telemedicine and in-person tests consisted of motor, sensory, and special test components. Scores were compared via univariate analysis and secondary qualitative outcomes, including responses from a satisfaction survey, were obtained upon completion of the trial. RESULTS Of the 20 patients in the D group, 9 patients had cervical disease and 11 patients had lumbar disease. Comparing healthy control with the D group, there were no significant differences with respect to all motor scores, most sensory scores, and all special tests. There was a high rate of satisfaction among the cohort with 92.7% of participants feeling "very satisfied" with the overall experience. CONCLUSIONS This study presents the development of a viable neurological spine examination adapted for telemedicine. The findings in this study suggest that patients have comparable motor, sensory, and special test scores with telemedicine as with a traditional in-person examination administered by an experienced clinician, as well as reporting a high rate of satisfaction among participants. To our knowledge, this is the first telemedicine neurological examination for spine surgery. Further studies are warranted to validate these findings.
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Steiner B, Elgert L, Haux R, Wolf KH. AGT-Reha-WK study: protocol for a non-inferiority trial comparing the efficacy and costs of home-based telerehabilitation for shoulder diseases with medical exercise therapy. BMJ Open 2020; 10:e036881. [PMID: 33020088 PMCID: PMC7537442 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-036881] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Shoulder lesions rank among the top 15 diagnoses accounting for days of incapacity to work. Inpatient or full-day outpatient rehabilitation are some of the standard therapies. For sustainable rehabilitation, continuation of rehabilitation after discharge from a rehabilitation centre is vital. Besides medical exercise therapy (MET), home-based physical exercise programmes are used. To monitor exercise quantity and quality, AGT-Reha, a health-enabling technology for home rehabilitation, has been developed and evaluated in a pilot study for technical feasibility and acceptance. To integrate the digital therapeutic AGT-Reha into regular healthcare processes, an efficacy evaluation is required. METHODS AND ANALYSIS AGT-Reha-WK is a prospective, monocentric, non-randomised, unblinded non-inferiority trial. Primary objective is to investigate whether AGT-Reha enhanced home-based exercise training is non-inferior to MET as standard aftercare. Secondary objective is to compare the costs of both therapies. Efficacy as medical success (primary outcome) is examined with regard to ability to work, return to work and sustainability of training (secondary outcomes). The outcome measure for non-inferiority is shoulder function (pain and disability) assessed by the standardised Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI). The non-inferiority margin is set to 10 points on SPADI score using a 95% CI. Subjects will be recruited at the Rehabilitation Center Bad Pyrmont, Germany. The total number of subjects should be 84 (42 per group). Treatment takes 6 months per patient. Subjects will be assessed at four time points: pre-baseline (admission to rehabilitation centre), baseline (discharge from rehabilitation centre), post-therapy and follow-up (3 months post-therapy). ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethics approval was granted by the Ethics Committee of Hannover Medical School (ethics approval no: 7313). Results of the trial are planned to be published in a peer-reviewed journal. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER German Clinical Trials Register DRKS00011596. Registered 2 June 2017. Recruitment started on 3 March 2017, and it is expected to continue until December 2020. PROTOCOL VERSION V2.0, 23 May 2018, Amendment 01: improved risk analysis, clarification of exclusion criteria to increase reproducibility, additional documentation with OpenClinica; these changes have no effect on structural equality.
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- Bianca Steiner
- Peter L. Reichertz Institute for Medical Informatics of TU Braunschweig and Hannover Medical School, Technische Universität Braunschweig, Braunschweig, Germany
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- Peter L. Reichertz Institute for Medical Informatics of TU Braunschweig and Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Peter L. Reichertz Institute for Medical Informatics of TU Braunschweig and Hannover Medical School, Technische Universität Braunschweig, Braunschweig, Germany
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- Peter L. Reichertz Institute for Medical Informatics of TU Braunschweig and Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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Berton A, Longo UG, Candela V, Fioravanti S, Giannone L, Arcangeli V, Alciati V, Berton C, Facchinetti G, Marchetti A, Schena E, De Marinis MG, Denaro V. Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Gamification, and Telerehabilitation: Psychological Impact on Orthopedic Patients' Rehabilitation. J Clin Med 2020; 9:jcm9082567. [PMID: 32784745 PMCID: PMC7465609 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9082567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2020] [Revised: 07/24/2020] [Accepted: 07/28/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Background: Remote virtual rehabilitation aroused growing interest in the last decades, and its role has gained importance following the recent spread of COVID19 pandemic. The advantages of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), gamification, and telerehabilitation have been demonstrated in several medical fields. In this review, we searched the literature for studies using these technologies for orthopedic rehabilitation and analyzed studies’ quality, type and field of rehabilitation, patients’ characteristics, and outcomes to describe the state of the art of VR, AR, gamification, and telerehabilitation for orthopedic rehabilitation. Methods: A comprehensive search on PubMed, Medline, Cochrane, CINAHL, and Embase databases was conducted. This review was performed according to PRISMA guidelines. Studies published between 2015 and 2020 about remote virtual rehabilitations for orthopedic patients were selected. The Methodological Index for Non-Randomized Studies (MINORS) and Cochrane Risk-of-Bias assessment tool were used for quality assessment. Results: 24 studies (9 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and 15 non-randomized studies) and 2472 patients were included. Studies mainly concern telerehabilitation (56%), and to a lesser extent VR (28%), AR (28%), and gamification (16%). Remote virtual technologies were used following knee and hip arthroplasty. The majority of included patients were between 40 and 60 years old and had a university degree. Remote virtual rehabilitation was not inferior to face-to-face therapy, and physical improvements were demonstrated by increased clinical scores. Orthopedic virtual remote rehabilitation decreased costs related to transports, hospitalizations, and readmissions. Conclusion: The heterogeneity of included studies prevented a meta-analysis of their results. Age and social context influence adaptability to technology, and this can modify compliance to treatment and outcomes. A good relationship between patient and physiotherapist is essential for treatment compliance and new technologies are useful to maintain clinical interactions remotely. Remote virtual technologies allow the delivery of high-quality care at reduced costs. This is a necessity given the growing demand for orthopedic rehabilitation and increasing costs related to it. Future studies need to develop specific and objective methods to evaluate the clinical quality of new technologies and definitively demonstrate advantages of VR, AR, gamification, and telerehabilitation compared to face-to face orthopedic rehabilitation.
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- Alessandra Berton
- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Campus Bio-Medico University, Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200, Trigoria, 00128 Rome, Italy; (A.B.); (V.C.); (V.D.)
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Campus Bio-Medico University, Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200, Trigoria, 00128 Rome, Italy; (A.B.); (V.C.); (V.D.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-3479330509
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Campus Bio-Medico University, Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200, Trigoria, 00128 Rome, Italy; (A.B.); (V.C.); (V.D.)
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- Research Unit Nursing Science, Campus Bio-Medico di Roma University, 00128 Rome, Italy; (S.F.); (L.G.); (V.A.); (V.A.); (G.F.); (A.M.); (M.G.D.M.)
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- Research Unit Nursing Science, Campus Bio-Medico di Roma University, 00128 Rome, Italy; (S.F.); (L.G.); (V.A.); (V.A.); (G.F.); (A.M.); (M.G.D.M.)
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- Research Unit Nursing Science, Campus Bio-Medico di Roma University, 00128 Rome, Italy; (S.F.); (L.G.); (V.A.); (V.A.); (G.F.); (A.M.); (M.G.D.M.)
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- Research Unit Nursing Science, Campus Bio-Medico di Roma University, 00128 Rome, Italy; (S.F.); (L.G.); (V.A.); (V.A.); (G.F.); (A.M.); (M.G.D.M.)
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- School of Physiotherapy, Tor Vergata University of Rome, Via Orazio Raimondo 18, 00173 Rome, Italy;
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- Research Unit Nursing Science, Campus Bio-Medico di Roma University, 00128 Rome, Italy; (S.F.); (L.G.); (V.A.); (V.A.); (G.F.); (A.M.); (M.G.D.M.)
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- Research Unit Nursing Science, Campus Bio-Medico di Roma University, 00128 Rome, Italy; (S.F.); (L.G.); (V.A.); (V.A.); (G.F.); (A.M.); (M.G.D.M.)
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- Laboratory of Measurement and Biomedical Instrumentation, Campus Bio-Medico University, 00128 Rome, Italy;
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- Research Unit Nursing Science, Campus Bio-Medico di Roma University, 00128 Rome, Italy; (S.F.); (L.G.); (V.A.); (V.A.); (G.F.); (A.M.); (M.G.D.M.)
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Campus Bio-Medico University, Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200, Trigoria, 00128 Rome, Italy; (A.B.); (V.C.); (V.D.)
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Kane LT, Thakar O, Jamgochian G, Lazarus MD, Abboud JA, Namdari S, Horneff JG. The role of telehealth as a platform for postoperative visits following rotator cuff repair: a prospective, randomized controlled trial. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2020; 29:775-783. [PMID: 32197766 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2019.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 89] [Impact Index Per Article: 22.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2019] [Revised: 12/09/2019] [Accepted: 12/10/2019] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The application of telehealth for surgical follow-up has gained recent exposure in orthopedic care. Although the results following joint arthroplasty are encouraging, the role of telemedicine for postoperative care following arthroscopic rotator cuff repair still needs to be defined. The goal of this study was to evaluate the safety, efficacy, and socioeconomic benefits of telehealth as a platform for postoperative follow-up. METHODS This was a prospective, randomized controlled trial that enrolled 66 patients who underwent follow-up in the office vs. via telemedicine for postoperative visits at 2, 6, and 12 weeks after surgery. Post-visit surveys were administered to patients and physicians via e-mail, and the Student t test and Fisher exact test were used to compare responses. RESULTS In total, 58 patients (88%) completed the study (28 telehealth vs. 30 control). Patients in each group demonstrated similar pain scores at each follow-up visit (P = .638, P = .124, and P = .951) and similar overall satisfaction scores (P = .304). Patients in the telehealth group expressed a stronger preference for telehealth than their control counterparts (P < .001). Telehealth visits were less time-consuming from both a patient (P < .001) and physician (P = .002) perspective. Telehealth visits also required less time off work for both patients (P = .001) and caregivers (P < .001). CONCLUSION Patients undergoing arthroscopic rotator cuff surgery were able to receive safe and effective early postoperative follow-up care using telemedicine. The preference for telehealth increased for both surgeons and patients following first-hand experience. The use of a telehealth platform is a reasonable follow-up model to consider for patients seeking convenient and efficient care following arthroscopic rotator cuff repair.
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- Liam T Kane
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
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Howard IM, Kaufman MS. Telehealth applications for outpatients with neuromuscular or musculoskeletal disorders. Muscle Nerve 2018; 58:475-485. [PMID: 29510449 DOI: 10.1002/mus.26115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/04/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Telehealth describes the provision of medical services remotely through technology, and may enhance patient access to specialty care services. Although teleneurology has expanded widely since the introduction of telestroke in 1999, telehealth services for outpatients with neuromuscular or musculoskeletal disorders are less widespread. In this narrative review, we will describe the current technology, applications, outcomes, and limitations of this dynamically growing field. Evidence for telehealth applications related to neuromuscular diseases, palliative care, specialized multidisciplinary services, and musculoskeletal care are reviewed. With growing demand for specialized services and finite resources, telehealth provides a promising avenue to promote access to high-quality care, decrease the cost and burden of travel for patients, and with the expansion of software to personal computing and mobile devices, offer flexible, low-overhead practice opportunities for clinicians. Providers embarking on careers in telehealth should be aware of current legal restrictions impacting care to minimize risk and avoid liability. Muscle Nerve 58: 475-485, 2018.
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- Ileana M Howard
- Rehabilitation Care Services, S-117 RCS, 1660 South Columbian Way, VA Puget Sound Seattle, Washington, USA.,Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Rehabilitation Care Services, S-117 RCS, 1660 South Columbian Way, VA Puget Sound Seattle, Washington, USA.,Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
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Telehealth in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: A Narrative Review. PM R 2018; 9:S51-S58. [PMID: 28527504 DOI: 10.1016/j.pmrj.2017.02.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 114] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2016] [Revised: 02/17/2017] [Accepted: 02/24/2017] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Telehealth refers to health care interactions that leverage telecommunication devices to provide medical care outside the traditional face-to-face, in-person medical encounter. Technology advances and research have expanded use of telehealth in health care delivery. Physical medicine and rehabilitation providers may use telehealth to deliver care to populations with neurologic and musculoskeletal conditions, commonly treated in both acute care and outpatient settings. Patients with impaired mobility and those living in locations with reduced access to care may particularly benefit. Video-teleconferencing has been shown to be effective for management of burn patients during acute rehabilitation, including reduced health care use expenses and less disruptions to care. Telehealth can facilitate developing interprofessional care plans. Patients with neurologic conditions including stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis may use telehealth to monitor symptoms and response to treatment. Telehealth also may facilitate occupational and physical therapy programs as well as improve weight management and skin care in patients with chronic conditions. Other applications include imaging review in sports medicine, symptom management and counseling in concussion, traumatic brain injury, and pain management programs. Limitations of telehealth include barriers in establishing relationship between medical provider and patient, ability to perform limited physical examination, and differences in payment models and liability coverage. The expansion of telehealth services is expected to grow and has potential to improve patient satisfaction by delivering high quality and value of care.
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Pastora-Bernal JM, Martín-Valero R, Barón-López FJ, Estebanez-Pérez MJ. Evidence of Benefit of Telerehabitation After Orthopedic Surgery: A Systematic Review. J Med Internet Res 2017; 19:e142. [PMID: 28455277 PMCID: PMC5429438 DOI: 10.2196/jmir.6836] [Citation(s) in RCA: 125] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2016] [Revised: 01/10/2017] [Accepted: 03/18/2017] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND In addition to traditional physiotherapy, studies based on telerehabilitation programs have published the results of effectiveness, validity, noninferiority, and important advantages in some neurological, cognitive, and musculoskeletal disorders, providing an opportunity to define new social policies and interventions. OBJECTIVES The aim of this systematic review is to investigate the effects of telerehabilitation after surgical procedures on orthopedic conditions as well as to describe how interventions are designed and to determine whether telerehabilitation is comparable with conventional methods of delivery. This systematic review summarizes the levels of evidence and grades of recommendation regarding telerehabilitation intervention (synchronous or asynchronous provided via the telerehabilitation medium, either in conjunction with, or in isolation of, other treatment interventions) after surgical procedures on orthopedic conditions. METHODS Study quality was assessed using the Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) scores and grade of recommendation following the recommendation of the Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine. RESULTS We found 3 studies with PEDro scores between 6 and 8, which is considered as level 1 evidence (good; 20% [3/15]), 4 studies with a score of 5, which is considered as level 2 evidence (acceptable; 27% [4/15]), and the remaining 8 studies had scores of 4 or less, which is considered (poor; 53% [8/15]). A total of 1316 participants received telerehabilitation intervention in the selected studies, where knee and hip replacement were 75% of all the studies. Strong and moderate grades of evidence (grade of recommendation A-B) were found in knee and hip replacement interventions. Studies on the upper limb were 25% of the studies, but only 1 study presented a moderate grade of evidence (grade of recommendation B) and the rest were of poor methodological quality with weak evidence (grade of recommendation C). CONCLUSIONS Conclusive evidence on the efficacy of telerehabilitation for treatment after an orthopedic surgery, regardless of pathology, was not obtained. We found strong evidence in favor of telerehabilitation in patients following total knee and hip arthroplasty and limited evidence in the upper limb interventions (moderate and weak evidence). Future research needs to be more extensive and conclusive. To the best of the authors' knowledge, this is the first attempt at evaluating the quality of telerehabilitation intervention research after surgical procedures on orthopedic conditions in a systematic review. Clinical messages and future research recommendations are included in the review.
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- Faculty of Nursery and Physiotherapy, Department of Nursery and Physiotherapy, University of Cadiz, Cadiz, Spain
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An Erratum to Correct Typographical Errors. Ann Rehabil Med 2016; 40:959. [PMID: 27847729 PMCID: PMC5108726 DOI: 10.5535/arm.2016.40.5.959] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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