Telehealth Adoption Among Rehabilitation Specialists

Abstract

This article aims to provide virtual care solutions to address social determinants of health and expand access to care for underserved populations. The article highlights virtual care enhancements and strategies to extend the geographic reach of clinicians into home and community settings for greater health equity. It supports the use of telehealth in meeting the health care needs of underserved communities facing barriers to access, as well as provides integrated and coordinated high-quality care. Finally, this article describes an organization's telehealth journey and offers practical guidance for clinicians on how to successfully implement and scale telehealth services.

Artificial Intelligence in Geriatric Rehabilitation

“…AI's real-time monitoring capabilities are a gamechanger in geriatric rehabilitation, ensuring that pain management is dynamic and responsive. With the rise of telehealth and remote patient monitoring, AI can track patients' pain levels, mobility, and adherence to treatment plans from the comfort of their homes 11,12. This allows for timely interventions and reduces the need for frequent hospital visits 13.…”

“…With the rise of telehealth and remote patient monitoring, AI can track patients' pain levels, mobility, and adherence to treatment plans from the comfort of their homes. 11,12 This allows for timely interventions and reduces the need for frequent hospital visits. 13 Wearable devices equipped with AI algorithms can monitor a patient's gait, posture, and movement patterns.…”