2019
DOI: 10.1177/1357633x19854647
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Use of real-time videoconferencing to deliver physical therapy services: A scoping review of published and emerging evidence

Abstract: Introduction Telehealth may be a viable means to deliver physical therapy services across a range of practice settings and health conditions; however, there is limited uptake of telehealth in clinical practice. The purpose of this study is to examine and describe trends, gaps and opportunities in published and emerging evidence regarding the use of real-time videoconferencing to deliver physical therapy services. Methods Four databases and three trial registries were searched using terms for physical therapy a… Show more

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“…Telehealth has experienced rapid growth since the COVID-19 pandemic (6,9), enhancing its utility for diverse clinical applications. (17). Nevertheless, the literature is lacking with respect to the context of interventions and the clinical populations, more speci cally with regard to acute care and elderly patients.…”
Section: Addressing the Literature Gapsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Telehealth has experienced rapid growth since the COVID-19 pandemic (6,9), enhancing its utility for diverse clinical applications. (17). Nevertheless, the literature is lacking with respect to the context of interventions and the clinical populations, more speci cally with regard to acute care and elderly patients.…”
Section: Addressing the Literature Gapsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Use of telehealth for exercise in specific diseases (such as cancer) is well-accepted and has been adapted to a number of modalities, including web-based, mobile applications, text messaging, and telephone interventions [ 24 ]. Video telehealth rehabilitation services, particularly physical therapy, are growing, although there are few studies that include older adults over age 80 [ 25 ]. These programs may also include other interventions beyond exercise that may help to improve rehabilitation outcomes.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Use of telehealth for exercise in speci c diseases (such as cancer) is well-accepted and has been adapted to a number of modalities, including web-based, mobile applications, text messaging, and telephone interventions (16). Video telehealth rehabilitation services, particularly physical therapy, are growing, although there are few studies that include older adults over age 80 (17). These programs may also include other interventions beyond exercise that may help to improve rehabilitation outcomes.…”
Section: Telehealth For Exercise and Rehabilitationmentioning
confidence: 99%