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Telerehabilitation Feasibility in Total Joint Replacement
Mark J Nelson1,2, Kay M Crossley2,3, Michael G Bourke2
1PHYSIOTHERAPY DEPARTMENT, QEII JUBILEE HOSPITAL, METRO SOUTH HEALTH, BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA.
International Journal of Telerehabilitation
|December 15, 2017
Summary
Telerehabilitation is a feasible option for Total Joint Replacement (TJR) patients needing post-hospital care. Most TJR patients have technology access and are willing to use telerehabilitation for their recovery.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Health Informatics
Background:
- Access to post-discharge rehabilitation is a significant challenge for Total Joint Replacement (TJR) patients.
- Telerehabilitation offers a potential solution to improve rehabilitation accessibility for TJR recipients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the feasibility of implementing a telerehabilitation program for Total Joint Replacement patients.
- To evaluate TJR patients' access to, attitudes toward, and preferences for technology in rehabilitation.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire was administered to 75 Total Joint Replacement patients at QEII Jubilee Hospital.
- Data collected included home computer and internet access, willingness to participate in telerehabilitation, and preferred communication/exercise methods.
Main Results:
- A majority of TJR patients reported home computer (72%) and internet (69%) access.
- Sixty-five percent of participants expressed willingness to engage in telerehabilitation.
- Significant differences in technology acceptance were noted between older and younger patient demographics.
Conclusions:
- Telerehabilitation is a feasible option for Total Joint Replacement patients, supported by patient access to technology and willingness to participate.
- Video-based exercises and phone communication are preferred methods for technology-assisted home exercise programs.
- Findings support the integration of telerehabilitation into post-TJR care pathways.
