Going online for physical therapy

SINGAPORE - Student Sophia Wong underwent reconstruction surgery at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital in January for a knee ligament tear and had to go for physiotherapy after the operation.

Mr Jonathan Loh, a senior physiotherapist at KTPH Rehabilitation Services, said its tele-consultation service is usually offered to patients with stable medical conditions where exercise therapy is the main form of treatment and also to those who are on track with recovery.They are encouraged to use tablets or laptops as the larger screen gives a better view of exercises demonstrated by therapists. They are also advised on the equipment to use, usually household items or weights.

Yishun Health, which comprises KTPH and Yishun Community Hospital, has held about 220 tele-consultations in physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy since May. Ms Pha said:"She advised me to use a pillow for better support. If not for the video consultation, I wouldn't have thought of showing her my chair."Ms Wong said:"Physiotherapists cannot correct a patient's posture in person and there is a lack of face-to-face interaction. Because of this, patients may misinterpret the advice given and may not be able to replicate or perform the exercises accurately without the therapist's physical assistance.

Speech therapists conducting tele-rehab have to observe patients closely for the slightest signs of difficulty when assessing their ability to swallow when eating or drinking.

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