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Using Video Feedback to Support Physical Function in Older Adults: Healthcare Professionals' Perspective
Jessica Olovsson1, Sofia Backåberg1
1Department of Health and Caring Sciences, Linnaeus University, Sweden.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|May 23, 2026
Summary
Video feedback in home-based rehabilitation for older adults boosts patient engagement and autonomy. Healthcare professionals found it enhances motivation but noted challenges in clinical implementation and data security.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Health Informatics
Background:
- Maintaining physical function in older adults (≥65 years) is essential for independence and health.
- Home-based rehabilitation offers a promising approach for this demographic.
- The integration of technology, such as video feedback, is an emerging area in rehabilitation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore healthcare professionals' experiences with a video-based tool in home-based rehabilitation for older adults.
- To identify the benefits and challenges associated with using video feedback in this context.
- To understand how video feedback impacts patient engagement and the rehabilitation process.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study involving 20 rehabilitation professionals.
- Data collected through workshops and interviews.
- Reflexive thematic analysis used to analyze the data.
Main Results:
- Video feedback was found to enhance patient engagement and motivation.
- It facilitated detailed movement analysis and the development of a shared therapeutic language.
- Professionals identified challenges including ethical considerations, data security, and integration into clinical workflows.
Conclusions:
- Video feedback shows significant potential to strengthen motivation and promote autonomy in older adults undergoing home-based rehabilitation.
- Addressing ethical and implementation challenges is crucial for wider adoption.
- This technology offers valuable insights for optimizing future rehabilitation strategies.
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