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[Telemedicine in Neurological Diseases]
Genko Oyama1, Nobutaka Hattori
1Department of Neurology, Juntendo University School of Medicine.
Brain and Nerve = Shinkei Kenkyu No Shinpo
|October 14, 2020
Summary
Telemedicine improves access to neurological specialists for chronic disease patients during pandemics. This review covers its use, history in Japan, and virtual examination methods.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Digital Health
- Public Health
Background:
- Patients with chronic neurological diseases require continuous specialist care, even during pandemics.
- Non-urgent hospital visits are discouraged during health crises, limiting access to care.
- Telemedicine has emerged as a critical solution for maintaining healthcare access.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the necessity of telemedicine for neurological disorders.
- To discuss the history and adoption of telemedicine in Japan, pre- and post-pandemic.
- To provide guidance on establishing online consultations and conducting virtual neurological examinations.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on telemedicine in neurology.
- Analysis of telemedicine adoption trends in Japan.
- Discussion of practical aspects of virtual neurological care.
Main Results:
- Telemedicine significantly enhances patient access to neurological specialists.
- The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated global and Japanese telemedicine adoption.
- Established protocols facilitate effective virtual neurological assessments.
Conclusions:
- Telemedicine is essential for managing chronic neurological conditions during health emergencies.
- Virtual consultations and examinations are viable alternatives to in-person visits.
- Further integration of telemedicine can improve neurological care delivery.
