Telehealth & Physical Therapy Implications for the University of Vermont Medical Center: A Scopi
Conference Year
2022
Abstract
Background
Potential applications for telehealth within physical therapy are abundant. However, the novelty of telehealth presents a challenge to implementation and further research.
Objective
Compare validated outcomes in patients with musculoskeletal conditions between in person vs. telehealth or virtual care.
Methods
A scoping review of the available literature was conducted, utilizing the following databases: OVID, Google Scholar, Medline, PEDro, OpenGrey.
Results
The compilation of our data reveals there is no significant difference in outcomes between the two modalities of care.
Conclusion
Telehealth is non-inferior to in person physical therapy when comparing outcomes and demonstrates improved outcomes in some patient populations.
Primary Faculty Mentor Name
Paula Smith
Status
Graduate
Student College
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Program/Major
Physical Therapy
Primary Research Category
Health Sciences
Telehealth & Physical Therapy Implications for the University of Vermont Medical Center: A Scopi
Background
Potential applications for telehealth within physical therapy are abundant. However, the novelty of telehealth presents a challenge to implementation and further research.
Objective
Compare validated outcomes in patients with musculoskeletal conditions between in person vs. telehealth or virtual care.
Methods
A scoping review of the available literature was conducted, utilizing the following databases: OVID, Google Scholar, Medline, PEDro, OpenGrey.
Results
The compilation of our data reveals there is no significant difference in outcomes between the two modalities of care.
Conclusion
Telehealth is non-inferior to in person physical therapy when comparing outcomes and demonstrates improved outcomes in some patient populations.