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Unlocking the Power of Remote Supervision for TBI Rehabilitation

Unlocking the Power of Remote Supervision for TBI Rehabilitation

As practitioners in the field of physical therapy and rehabilitation, staying abreast of the latest research is essential to improving our practice and outcomes for our patients. A recent study, "Remotely Supervised Home-Based Intensive Exercise Intervention to Improve Balance, Functional Mobility, and Physical Activity in Survivors of Moderate or Severe Traumatic Brain Injury: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study," offers valuable insights into the feasibility and effectiveness of remotely supervised exercise programs.

This study addresses a significant challenge: providing accessible and effective rehabilitation for individuals with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI), especially those in rural or underserved areas. The research highlights the potential of remote supervision via videoconferencing to deliver intensive, home-based exercise interventions that improve balance, mobility, and physical activity levels.

Here are some key takeaways for practitioners looking to implement or explore remote supervision in their practice:

Implementing these findings in your practice can help bridge the gap for patients who have limited access to in-person therapy. Here are a few steps to get started:

  1. Invest in Technology: Ensure you have a reliable videoconferencing platform that adheres to privacy and security standards. Provide patients with the necessary equipment and training to use the technology effectively.
  2. Customize Exercise Programs: Tailor exercise interventions to each patient's needs, focusing on dynamic balance, weight shifting, reaction time, and postural control. Use the study's protocol as a guideline for structuring sessions.
  3. Monitor and Adjust: Regularly assess patient progress through daily logs and pre-post intervention measures. Be prepared to modify exercises based on patient feedback and performance to maintain engagement and effectiveness.

Encouraging further research and staying informed about advancements in remote supervision can significantly enhance your practice. The integration of telerehabilitation not only improves patient outcomes but also broadens the reach of specialized care to those who need it most.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Remotely Supervised Home-Based Intensive Exercise Intervention to Improve Balance, Functional Mobility, and Physical Activity in Survivors of Moderate or Severe Traumatic Brain Injury: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study.


Citation: O'Neil, J., Egan, M., Marshall, S., Bilodeau, M., Pelletier, L., & Sveistrup, H. (2019). Remotely Supervised Home-Based Intensive Exercise Intervention to Improve Balance, Functional Mobility, and Physical Activity in Survivors of Moderate or Severe Traumatic Brain Injury: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study. JMIR Research Protocols, 8(10), e14867. https://doi.org/10.2196/14867
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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