TeleRehab
TeleRehab is a form of Telehealth which allows physiotherpists to establish a direct video/audio link to the patient (think FaceTime) which is fully encripted to protect privacy.
This technology has been in use for more than the last 10 years by a wide variety of health care professionals and educators, primarily in order to serve those located in areas were it is not easy to provide in person services.
Benefits:
- Connecting patients to providers who could not otherwise be connected
- Decreased cost to the patient (less travel and less time lost, ie Gulf Island patients)
- Work with the patient in their own home environment
- Convenient
Requires:
- High speed internet connection
- A laptop, tablet, or smartphone with camera and microphone. Desktops will work but are less useful unless they have a separate, portable camera.
- A suitable private space with area to move around in.
- Loose clothing and the ability to show your pertinent parts if required.