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Unlocking the Power of Digital Health for Children with Special Needs

Unlocking the Power of Digital Health for Children with Special Needs

The advent of synchronous digital health technologies has brought about a revolution in the care of children with special health care needs. A comprehensive scoping review, titled Use of Synchronous Digital Health Technologies for the Care of Children With Special Health Care Needs and Their Families: Scoping Review, has highlighted the transformative potential of these technologies.

Why Digital Health Matters

Children with special health care needs often require frequent, specialized care, which can be both logistically challenging and costly. Digital health technologies, such as telehealth, offer a solution by providing real-time access to healthcare professionals without the need for travel. This not only reduces the burden on families but also enhances the quality of care.

Key Findings from the Review

The review analyzed 38 articles, identifying various models of synchronous digital health interventions. Here are some key takeaways:

Practical Tips for Practitioners

For practitioners looking to implement digital health solutions, consider the following tips:

Encouraging Further Research

While the current evidence is promising, more large-scale studies are needed to fully understand the impact of digital health interventions. Practitioners are encouraged to contribute to this growing field by conducting their own research and sharing their findings.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Use of Synchronous Digital Health Technologies for the Care of Children With Special Health Care Needs and Their Families: Scoping Review.


Citation: Bird, M., Li, L., Ouellette, C., Hopkins, K., McGillion, M. H., & Carter, N. (2019). Use of Synchronous Digital Health Technologies for the Care of Children With Special Health Care Needs and Their Families: Scoping Review. JMIR Pediatrics and Parenting, 2(2), e15106. https://doi.org/10.2196/15106
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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