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Unlocking the Potential of Telerehabilitation: Key Takeaways for Practitioners

Unlocking the Potential of Telerehabilitation: Key Takeaways for Practitioners

The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated a rapid adaptation in many fields, including special education and rehabilitation. One notable shift has been the increased reliance on telerehabilitation. A recent study titled Feasibility and Acceptability of a Real-Time Telerehabilitation Intervention for Children and Young Adults with Acquired Brain Injury During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Experience Report explores this topic in depth. Here, we distill key insights from the research to help practitioners enhance their skills and encourage further investigation.

Understanding Feasibility and Acceptability

The study examined the feasibility and acceptability of a synchronous telerehabilitation intervention for children and young adults with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI). Conducted over a 10-week period, the intervention involved 13 patients and was deemed successful in both feasibility and acceptability metrics. Here are the primary takeaways:

Implementing Real-Time Telerehabilitation

For practitioners looking to implement telerehabilitation, here are some actionable steps based on the study's findings:

  1. Leverage Technology: Ensure that both the therapist and patient have access to reliable technology. This includes a computer with a webcam, stable internet connection, and user-friendly software like Google Meet.
  2. Maintain Engagement: Utilize real-time video calls to simulate in-person sessions. This helps in maintaining a high level of patient engagement and adherence to the treatment plan.
  3. Customize Treatment Plans: Tailor the intervention to meet the specific needs of each patient. Personalized goals and exercises can significantly improve the effectiveness of the therapy.
  4. Include Caregivers: Involve caregivers in the process to assist with technical setup and to provide additional support during sessions.

Encouraging Further Research

While the study provides promising results, it also highlights the need for further research. Practitioners are encouraged to explore additional aspects of telerehabilitation, such as its long-term efficacy and applicability to other types of impairments.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Feasibility and Acceptability of a Real-Time Telerehabilitation Intervention for Children and Young Adults with Acquired Brain Injury During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Experience Report.


Citation: Oprandi, M. C., Bardoni, A., Corno, L., Guerrini, A. M., Molatore, L., Negri, L., Beretta, E., Locatelli, F., Strazzer, S., & Poggi, G. (2021). Feasibility and Acceptability of a Real-Time Telerehabilitation Intervention for Children and Young Adults with Acquired Brain Injury During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Experience Report. International Journal of Telerehabilitation, 13(2), e6423. https://doi.org/10.5195/ijt.2021.6423
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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