The State of Telemedicine, Telerehabilitation, and Virtual Care in Musculoskeletal Health: A Narrative Review.

Journal: HSS journal : the musculoskeletal journal of Hospital for Special Surgery
Published Date: May 28, 2025

Abstract

Telemedicine has become an increasingly important component of musculoskeletal care, with recent advances in virtual physical examinations, enhanced patient education, and expanded access to treatment and telerehabilitation. Emerging applications of artificial intelligence, including virtual triaging and remote patient monitoring, promise to further augment telemedicine's effectiveness and scope. Despite limitations and a continued preference for in-person visits among some patients, telemedicine can be a valuable tool for musculoskeletal health practitioners, offering new ways to deliver high-quality, timely, and cost-effective care.

Authors

  • Mitchell A Johnson
    Department of Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA.
  • Tyler Khilnani
    Department of Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA.
  • Abigail Hyun
    Department of Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA.
  • Troy B Amen
    Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY.
  • Nathan H Varady
    Department of Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA.
  • Benedict U Nwachukwu
    Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A.
  • Joshua S Dines
    Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA.

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