Telemedicine technologies and applications in the era of COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review

Health Informatics Journal, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 29(2)

Published: April 1, 2023

Introduction Telemedicine services saw substantial surges in their use during the COVID-19 pandemic due to lockdowns and characteristics of pandemic. Therefore, authors aimed systematically review telemedicine provided potential applications. Methods The searched PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane databases on September 14, 2021. Then, retrieved records underwent two-step title/abstract full-text screening processes, eligible articles were included for qualitative synthesis. Results studies demonstrated that telephone is listed 38 times, making it most common technology used telemedicine. Video conferencing also mentioned 29 articles, as well other technologies: Mobile-health ( n = 15), Virtual reality 7). According findings present study, Tele-follow-up 24), Tele-consulting 20), visits (20), Tele-monitoring 18) widely Conclusion has been an effective approach management. going play a key role future health medicine, patient consultation, many extended applications care remote rural locations.

Language: Английский

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Using Telehealth to Guarantee the Continuity of Rehabilitation during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 19(16), P. 10325 - 10325

Published: Aug. 19, 2022

COVID-19 has abruptly disrupted healthcare services; however, the continuity of rehabilitation could be guaranteed using mobile technologies. This review aims to analyze feasibility and effectiveness telehealth solutions proposed guarantee during pandemic. The PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web Science PEDro databases were searched; search was limited randomized controlled trials, observational explorative studies published up 31 May 2022, assessing telerehabilitation Twenty included, for a total 224,806 subjects: 93.1% with orthopedic complaints 6.9% non-orthopedic ones. main strategies used video audio calls via commonly available technologies free videoconferencing tools. Based on current evidence, it is suggested that feasible effective solution, allowing while reducing risk infection burden travel. However, not widely in clinical settings, definitive conclusions cannot currently drawn. Telerehabilitation seems safe option remotely deliver technologies, guaranteeing care respecting social distancing. Further research is, needed strengthen confirm these findings.

Language: Английский

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Effectiveness of telerehabilitation on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health framework outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Digital Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 11

Published: March 1, 2025

This study aimed to synthesize and analyze the evidence on effectiveness of telerehabilitation categorized according International Classification Functioning, Disability, Health (ICF) outcomes for physical therapy (PT) during coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Studies were identified using Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro), Scopus, PubMed, EMBASE, other sources data. Randomized controlled trials comparing with control group (i.e., no treatment/usual care) included. Standard meta-analysis techniques applied assess telerehabilitation. Outcome measures domains ICF. Among 134 studies that met eligibility criteria, majority findings demonstrated significant improvements across all ICF following as compared group, regardless participant groups. Only 9 included in meta-analysis. Six enrolled individuals COVID-19 remaining three knee osteoarthritis (OA) who unable access services at clinic. Compared Borg-Rating-of-Perceived-Exertion scale, reflected an impairment domain, was significantly lower received (3 studies, n = 135; standardized mean difference (SMD) -1.82, 95% CI -2.77 -0.86). 30-second sit-to-stand test 122; SMD 0.88, 0.52-1.25) 6-minute-walking (4 221; 0.83, 0.42-1.24), activity showed improvement group. Conversely, there domain measured by timed up go people OA 111; -0.45, -1.19 0.30). provides supporting ICF, observed COVID-19. These are particularly evident such perceived exertion, leg strength, functional capacity.

Language: Английский

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Adverse events associated with the delivery of telerehabilitation across rehabilitation populations: A scoping review

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 19(11), P. e0313440 - e0313440

Published: Nov. 19, 2024

Objective This scoping review aimed to map existing research on adverse events encountered during telerehabilitation delivery, across rehabilitation populations. includes identifying characteristics of (frequency/physical/non-physical, relatedness, severity) and examining by different modes delivery disease states. Introduction Telerehabilitation, a subset telemedicine, has gained traction the COVID-19 pandemic for remote service delivery. However, no prior review, systematic or meta-analysis identified summarized current primary in telerehabilitation. Understanding events, such as falls physiotherapy aspiration pneumonia speech therapy, is crucial limitations optimizing through risk mitigation quality indicators. understanding could also help improve uptake among clinicians patients. addresses this gap summarizing published literature Methods The followed Joanna Briggs Institute framework adhered Preferred Reporting Items Systematic Reviews Meta-Analyses Extension Scoping guidelines. protocol was registered Open Science Framework. A comprehensive search multiple databases (MEDLINE ALL/EMBASE/APA PsycINFO/CENTRAL/CINAHL) conducted. Screening, extraction, synthesis were performed duplicate independently. Data extraction Template Intervention Description Replication involved authors, publication year (pre- post-COVID), population, sample size, (asynchronous, synchronous, hybrid). For synthesis, data quantitatively using numerical counts qualitatively via content analysis. grouped intervention type event. Inclusion criteria included qualitative quantitative studies between 2013–2023, written English, conducted any geographic area. All included. reviews, meta-analyses, commentaries, protocols, opinion pieces, conference abstracts, case series with fewer than five participants excluded. Results 11,863 references, 81 total 3,057 (mean age:59.3 years; females:44.6%). Modes (whether asynchronous, synchronous hybrid) used videoconferencing (52), phone calls (25), text messaging (4), email (6), mobile apps (10), internet-based virtual reality systems (3). 295 occurred 84,534 sessions (0.3%), majority being physical (e.g., musculoskeletal pain), non-serious/non-severe/mild, unrelated (i.e., not caused by) provided. Conclusions From studies, delivered related rare, mostly characterized mild/non-severe. comparable occurrence (~30%) found asynchronous studies. When categorized type, cardiac had most frequent events. Detailed reporting interventions event recommended future use TIDieR guidelines). Telerehabilitation potential make services more accessible patients; however, evidence safety needed.

Language: Английский

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Investigating the Effects of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Exercises on Chest Mobility, Upright Sitting Height, and Quality of Life in Obese Women

Physical Treatments - Specific Physical Therapy, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14(2), P. 137 - 146

Published: April 1, 2024

Investigating the Effects of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Exercises on Chest Mobility, Upright Sitting Height, and Quality Life in Obese Women

Language: Английский

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Cognitive Benefits of Physical Exercise, Physical–Cognitive Training, and Technology-Based Intervention in Obese Individuals with and without Postmenopausal Condition: A Narrative Review

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 19(20), P. 13364 - 13364

Published: Oct. 16, 2022

Obesity and estrogen deprivation have been identified as significant risk factors for cognitive impairment. Thus, postmenopausal conditions when paired with obesity may amplify the risks of developing dementia. Physical exercise has recommended a primary treatment preventing obesity-related comorbidities alleviating menopausal symptoms. This narrative review aimed to summarize effects on cognition in obese individuals without condition, along potential physiological mechanisms linking these interventions improvement. Research evidence demonstrated that benefits not only physical but also brain health. Among various types exercise, recent studies suggested combined physical–cognitive exert larger gains than or alone. Despite scarcity investigating individuals, especially those existing shown promising findings. Applying exercises through technology-based be viable approach increase accessibility adherence intervention. More from randomized clinical trials large samples rigorous methodology is required. Further, investigations biochemical outcomes behavioral changes will provide insight into underlying

Language: Английский

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Relationship between physical activity and health-related quality of life in children and adolescents during COVID-19 social distancing

Cuadernos de Psicología del Deporte, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 22(3), P. 238 - 251

Published: Aug. 20, 2022

Este estudio tuvo como objetivo verificar la relación entre actividad física y los dominios de calidad vida relacionada con salud (QVRS) en niños jóvenes durante distancia social COVID-19. Se aplicó un transversal analítico enfoque cuantitativo una muestra 119 niñas 121 6 a 14 años. La práctica moderada vigorosa (AFMV) se midió días por semana evaluó Kidscreen-27. Aplicamos estadística descriptiva, conversiones z-scores, correlaciones lineales, gráficas regresión modelos lineales generalizados para cada sexo ajustados edad año escolar. correlación lineal AFMV QVRS fue más fuerte (46,9%) que las (14,5%). Esto explicó porque existe considerable el escolar niñas. Por otro lado, solo asoció total, día representó asociación 2.36 puntos QVRS, sin impacto significativo escolar, doble fuerza comparación (1,16). En conclusión, adolescentes Estos hallazgos muestran importancia esta población mantenga físicamente activa parámetros no vean afectados este período. This study aimed to verify the relationship between physical activity with health-related quality (HQOL) of life domains in children and adolescents during COVID-19 distancing. A Cross-sectional analytical quantitative approach sample girls boys aged years old. The moderate vigorous (MVPA) practice was measured by days week HQOL obtained We applied descriptive statistics, z-scores conversions, linear correlations, regression graphs, generalized models for each sex adjustment age school grade. correlation MVPA stronger than (14,5%), which may be explained because there is age, grade girls. In another way, only associated total HQOL, one day represented an association points without significant impact grade, being double power (1.16). conclusion, distance due These findings show importance this population remain physically active so that health parameters are not affected period. estudo teve relação da atividade com domínios qualidade à saúde em crianças e jovens o distanciamento Foi aplicado um abordagem quantitativa uma amostra meninas meninos anos. prática foi medida dias averiguada estatísticas descritivas, conversões escores z, correlações lineares, gráficos regressão lineares ajustado idade ano correlação mais forte nos do nas Isso explicado há considerável escola meninas. outro apenas associada dia representou associação 2,36 pontos sem sendo dobro força comparado as Em conclusão, Esses achados mostram importância dessa população manter fisicamente ativa os parâmetros não sejam afetados nesse período.

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THE EFFECTS OF TELEREHABILITATION IN RHEUMATIC DISEASES DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Türk fizyoterapi ve rehabilitasyon dergisi, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 35(2), P. 188 - 197

Published: Aug. 2, 2024

Purpose: This study was designed to investigate the effects of telerehabilitation on fatigue, depression, anxiety, disease activity, sleep quality and life in patients with rheumatic diseases. Methods: included 28 Patients were divided into two groups as intervention group (IG) (n=16) control (CG) (n=12). Both kept their regular medical care an IG additionally had exercise program. An program including strengthening, stretching, breathing, posture relaxation exercises practiced via video-conference method while no additional therapy applied CG. Assessments performed using SurveyMonkey avoid face connection. Anxiety depression assessed Hospital Depression Scale (HADS), fatigue Fatigue Severity (FSS), Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) Health Assessment Questionnaire (HAQ). Additionally, activity evaluated disease-specific measurements. Results: Significant differences found anxiety (p=0.009), (p=0.003) (p=0.011) group-by-time assessments significant difference observed any CG (p>0.05). No delta measurements life, within although better outcomes for all parameters compared Conclusion: Telerehabilitation be a safe effective

Language: Английский

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A comparative study on the physical fitness of college students from different grades and majors in Jiangxi province

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 19(10), P. e0308483 - e0308483

Published: Oct. 16, 2024

Research to date has not provided a clear understanding of how different grades and majors affect the physical fitness college students. It is postulated that there are significant disparities in health among students majors. The purpose this study was evidence these engage an extensive analysis discussion thereof.

Language: Английский

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A Pilot, Virtual Exercise Intervention Improves Health and Fitness during the COVID-19 Pandemic

International journal of exercise science, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 15(7)

Published: Jan. 1, 2022

Physical activity levels are low in individuals with chronic disease (e.g., obesity) and have worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Language: Английский

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