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Stroke can cause lasting neurological impairments, posing significant individual and societal burden. Wearable technology shows promise for personalised stroke rehabilitation, yet its integration remains limited. This study aimed to understand physiotherapists’ perspectives and current practices regarding wearable technology in stroke rehabilitation in the United Kingdom. This mixed-methods study utilised a Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices questionnaire, and open-ended questions to gather the perspectives of physiotherapists. Seven physiotherapists participated in this study and the themes identified from the open questions were the physiotherapist experience with wearable technology, the cost and funding, the person-centred care and further research and guidelines required . 85.7% of the participants agreed that wearables are effective in stroke rehabilitation and 71.4% are confident using wearables. Findings underscore the importance of addressing usability, cost, and safety concerns with definitive evidence and guidelines.

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Physiotherapists’ Perspective on the Use of Wearable Technology for Independent At-Home Rehabilitation Post-Stroke in the UK: A Mixed-Methods Study

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  • 发表日期：

    2025年

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  • Bernardo Ascione,
  • Ellie-J Hague-Barrett,
  • Emily Mackeprang,
  • Hannah Spearing,
  • Yanni Greaves,
  • Marcela Munera

摘要

Stroke can cause lasting neurological impairments, posing significant individual and societal burden. Wearable technology shows promise for personalised stroke rehabilitation, yet its integration remains limited. This study aimed to understand physiotherapists’ perspectives and current practices regarding wearable technology in stroke rehabilitation in the United Kingdom. This mixed-methods study utilised a Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices questionnaire, and open-ended questions to gather the perspectives of physiotherapists. Seven physiotherapists participated in this study and the themes identified from the open questions were the physiotherapist experience with wearable technology, the cost and funding, the person-centred care and further research and guidelines required . 85.7% of the participants agreed that wearables are effective in stroke rehabilitation and 71.4% are confident using wearables. Findings underscore the importance of addressing usability, cost, and safety concerns with definitive evidence and guidelines.