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The Efficacy of Tele-Rehabilitation Program for Improving Upper Limb Function among Adults Following Elbow Fractures: A Pilot Study

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Mayer, Naomi, Portnoy, Sigal, Palti, Ram, Levanon, Yafa·2021·Applied Sciences
DOI 10.3390/app11041708
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Background: Active mobilization post-elbow fractures reduces the incidence of complications. Occupational therapists use tele-rehabilitation, incorporating technology into their practices. There is a lack of evidence-based trials regarding the integration of tele-rehabilitation during treatment. We therefore aimed to compare tele-rehabilitation treatment outcomes with conventional rehabilitation in improving the upper limb function post-elbow fractures. Methods: Eighteen participants post-elbow surgery due to fracture were divided into two groups according to age and fracture type. The groups received one month of treatment: the tele-rehabilitation group (N = 9, median age 33.0 ± 27.9 years, range 18.5–61.0) received 1–2 tele-rehabilitation treatments per week via a biofeedback system of elbow motion (the ArmTutor and 3D Tutor systems, MediTouch Ltd., Netanya, Israel) and 1–2 treatments in an outpatient clinic, and the control group (N = 9, median age 60.0 ± 37.0 years, range 20.5–73.0) received 3–4 treatments per week in the clinic. Both groups were instructed to self-practice at home. Four evaluations were performed: before and after the intervention, and 3 months and 1 year from surgery. The outcome measures included the Jebsen–Taylor hand function test; the disabilities of the arm, shoulder, and hand questionnaire; the patient-rated elbow evaluation; satisfaction; passive and active range of motion (ROM); and strength measurements. Results: Findings demonstrated a significant improvement in the ROM and in functional assessments in both groups. No statistically significant differences were found between the groups. The subjects in the tele-rehabilitation group reported a higher level of satisfaction and needed less help from a family member during practice. Conclusions: Tele-rehabilitation programs could be incorporated in the framework of treatment following elbow fractures. Tele-rehabilitation is a cost-effective treatment, suitable for patients with accessibility difficulties or who have difficulty arriving at the clinic.

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Authors
Mayer, N., Portnoy, S., Palti, R., & Levanon, Y.
Affiliations
  • Tel Aviv University (IL)
  • Sheba Medical Center (IL)
Corresponding author
Portnoy, Sigal
ORCID
Portnoy, Sigal
Venue
Applied Sciences
Publisher
MDPI AG
Published
2021-02-14
Volume
11
Issue
4
Pages
1708
ISSN
2076-3417 (ISSN-L)
DOI
10.3390/app11041708
OpenAlex
W3130742113
Cited by
17
References
45
Citations by year
2026: 5 · 2025: 2 · 2024: 4 · 2022: 5 · 2021: 1
FWCI
1.32
Type
journal article
Language
en
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  • Applied Sciences (publishedVersion, cc-by)
  • DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals) (submittedVersion, cc-by-sa)
Topics
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Orthopedics and Sports Medicine › Elbow and Forearm Trauma Treatment
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health › Telemedicine and Telehealth Implementation
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Rehabilitation › Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
Keywords
telerehabilitation, elbow fractures, upper limb function, biofeedback, elbow range of motion, hand function, postoperative rehabilitation, patient satisfaction, occupational therapy

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