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Telemedicine using an iPad in the spinal cord injury population: a utility and patient satisfaction study
Samantha Sechrist1, Sarah Lavoie1, Cria-May Khong1
11Rehabilitation Research Center, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, San Jose, CA United States.
Study Design:
Prospective observational.
Objectives:
To explore participants' experience, satisfaction, and utility of telemedicine.
Setting:
Spinal cord injury (SCI) rehabilitation clinic at a county hospital.
Methods:
Participants in this study received telemedicine appointments for routine scheduled care and/or urgent consults with a spinal cord injury specialist via iPad on FaceTime. Demographic changes, health care utilization, and medical complications were assessed. A Program Satisfaction Survey (PSS) was completed after a 6-month enrollment.
Results:
Telemedicine visits included general follow-ups (51.25%), "multiple issues" (24.38%), skin (6.88%), bowel and bladder (5.63%), spasms (3.13%), and pain (3.13%). The PSS was collected (n = 45) and revealed positive results in perceived health, satisfaction with equipment/ease of use, and satisfaction with the program. Analysis of anecdotal comments revealed themes such as efficiency, convenience, and reduced barriers provided by telemedicine visits.
Conclusions:
This study shows the feasibility and acceptance of a telemedicine intervention via iPad for individuals with SCI through positive PSS ratings and the wide variety of clinical topics addressed.
Sponsorship:
Craig H. Neilsen Foundation.
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