Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation published the piece highlighting the benefits.
Here are three quick thoughts:
1. The article states technology can personalize apps to incentivize and guide patients when providers can’t be with them.
2. Gaining an understanding of patients and the contextual factors of their lives proves crucial during rehabilitation. eHealth technology offers providers insight into a patient’s life that they can’t determine in the office.
3. Research has also shown patients are more likely to follow through with physician advice if they believe it is personal. eHealth technology allows providers to customize rehabilitation plans for specific individuals.
More articles on practice management:
Rochester Regional Health in NY acquires Finger Lakes Bone & Joint Center: 5 key notes
AMA offers 8 principles for safe & effective use of mHealth apps
6 key points on physician bonuses & whether they are attainable
