Ambulatory Monitoring for Chronic Disease Rehabilitation
Authors: J. Boyle, M. Karunanithi
Date: May 2006
Abstract:
We recently conducted an observational trial of ambulatory devices designed to record movement of elderly patients for the purposes of falls assessment and improving stroke rehabilitation services. Upon review of the project at its completion, it is timely to consider factors affecting wider implementation of this technology to chronic disease patients. A consultative workshop was held with a broad range of aged care providers, including physiotherapists, geriatricians and rehabilitation specialists. This paper reports on the outcome of these consultations, specifically how ambulatory monitoring technology can assist in meeting current unmet needs in chronic disease management, and enhancing the functional capacity of an ageing population.
Publisher: © 2006 HISA Ltd
Aged Care Informatics Conference (ACIC) 2006, 8 - 10 May 2006, Adelaide,
Australia
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