The Role of Virtual Physical Therapy in the Management of Musculoskeletal Patients: Current Practices and Future Implications.

Journal: Current reviews in musculoskeletal medicine
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Abstract

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The rapid evolution of virtual technology and artificial intelligence (AI), combined with physical distancing limitations imparted by the COVID- 19 pandemic, has hastened the shift of healthcare toward digitally enabled practitioners. As physical therapy embraces virtual care, its impact is far-reaching across stakeholders, affecting patients, providers, and payors. This article seeks to explore the role of virtual physical therapy (VPT) in managing patients with musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions and its impact on healthcare and patient outcomes.

Authors

  • Maureen Suhr
    ViewFi Health, 309 East Paces Ferry Road NE Suite 625, Atlanta, GA, 30305, USA. msuhr@viewfi.com.
  • Madelyn Keese
    ViewFi Health, 309 East Paces Ferry Road NE Suite 625, Atlanta, GA, 30305, USA.

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