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A Comparison Between Surface Electromyography and Acceleromyography for Virtual Upper Extremity Spasticity Assessments in Stroke Patients
DownloadFall 2024
Background: Many elements currently hinder the accessibility to spasticity assessments, such as living rurally or limited mobility. Without access to appropriate care for the assessment and management of spasticity, a patient's quality of life may be compromised. Electromyography (sEMG) is a...
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Fall 2016
Abstract Aims: The use of telehealth for heart failure management is increasing and it is not clear from the literature whether it is more beneficial than usual care. A meta-analysis was done of published randomized controlled trials to compare telehealth management and usual physician care for...
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Setting the Tone for Virtual Spasticity Assessment: Planning Development and Testing of the Telerehabilitation-Objective-Neuromuscular- Evaluation (TONE) Device
DownloadSpring 2024
Background: Telehealth provides the ability to connect specialist healthcare providers with patients regardless of geographical location or other limitations restricting in-person care. Spasticity is a common complication affecting individuals with neurological conditions requiring specialist...
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Fall 2013
Telemedicine is a promising but unproven tool for improving the quality of chronic disease care. The aim of this research is to investigate the potential of telemedicine for the care of patients with chronic diseases in Canada. We did a systematic review and meta-analysis of telemedicine for...
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Using Intersectionality Theory and Critical Realism for Exploring Heart Failure Telehealth Interventions for Vulnerable Patient Populations: A Scoping Review, Intersectionality-based Analysis, and A Rapid Realist Review
DownloadFall 2022
Background: Heart Failure (HF) is at epidemic levels among older adults, globally. Heart Failure Disease Management Interventions (HFDMIs) enhance self-care and quality of life as well as reduce hospital readmissions, through patient education and follow up, effective treatment, psychosocial...