Telerehabilitation: Exploring the Untapped Potential

Cureus. 2024 Apr 1;16(4):e57405. doi: 10.7759/cureus.57405. eCollection 2024 Apr.

Abstract

Telerehabilitation is a burgeoning field that holds immense promise in revolutionizing the delivery of rehabilitation services. Defined as a branch of telecommunication utilizing technologies such as the internet, it facilitates remote interaction between healthcare providers and patients, transcending geographical barriers. This method proves invaluable in patient assessment, counseling, and treatment across various medical domains, including physical therapy, speech therapy, psychotherapy, and occupational therapy. Particularly beneficial for individuals with disabilities or those unable to access traditional healthcare facilities, telerehabilitation mitigates the constraints of time and cost associated with travel. This paper explores the evolution, types, uses, and research findings in telerehabilitation, shedding light on its transformative potential in health care.

Keywords: cardiac telerehabilitation; neuro telerehabilitation; telephysiotherapy; telerehabilitation; virtual rehabilitation.

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