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MIT, MGH create VR system to advance physical therapy at home

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MIT and Massachusetts General Hospital researchers created a motion and muscle engagement monitoring system for unsupervised physical rehabilitation, which could help with injuries and better mobility for the elderly and athletes, they say. " Andrea Fox is senior editor of Healthcare IT News. WHY IT MATTERS. ON THE RECORD.

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Enhancing Physical Therapy With Artificial Intelligence

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In healthcare, where human interaction is critical, AI continues to ingrain itself within the patient-clinician relationship at a breathtaking pace. Now, we are seeing what many in healthcare view as an alarming trend: an increase in the automation of tasks previously done by human hands.

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3 Ways to Get Started With AR and VR Technology in Healthcare

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Jessica Rengstorf, Director of US Healthcare Strategy at Endava Augmented reality and virtual reality are innovative technologies that can provide tremendous benefits to the healthcare industry, bringing a deeper understanding of complex medical concepts to healthcare professionals and patients alike.

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HLTH22 Day 3 News Summary

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Uber Health announced its plans to expand its healthcare offerings into the employer market. Edifecs and Empowered-Home announced a partnership to provide automated prior authorizations to medical associations, Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), Independent Physician Associations (IPAs), medical groups, and home healthcare agencies.

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Is Gait The Most Overlooked Patient Vital Sign?

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But they are not able to provide visibility into the potential physical and psychological impacts surrounding mobility, fall risk, and need for rehabilitation. And with easy-to-use technology now available, continuous gait assessment monitoring can be easily integrated into a physical therapist’s repertoire.

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Telehealth, physical therapy and the pandemic: Lessons for all

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For example, the precise movements and exercises involved in physical therapy rehab are hard for a patient to accomplish remotely. But there are new technologies and strategies that link patients, safely, to at-home physical therapy care that balances telemedicine with in-person visits.

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Mobile Pay Revolutionizes Specialty Groups: Unlock the Data-Driven Potential

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Janet Carbary, CFO of Integrated Rehab Group It’s no surprise that healthcare is doubling down on software investments for healthcare revenue cycle, including software with an AI component, like predictive analytics. Bank survey )—leading specialty groups are exploring mobile payment strategies with an AI component.