Rita Hwang1, Allison Mandrusiak2, Norman R Morris3, Robyn Peters4, Dariusz Korczyk5, Jared Bruning6, Trevor Russell7. 1. Department of Physiotherapy, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Australia; Physiotherapy, School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia. Electronic address: r.hwang@uq.net.au. 2. Physiotherapy, School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia. 3. The Menzies Health Institute Queensland and The School of Allied Health Sciences, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Australia; Allied Health Research Collaborative, The Prince Charles Hospital, Brisbane, Australia. 4. Department of Cardiology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Australia; School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia. 5. Department of Cardiology, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Australia; School of Medicine, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia. 6. Department of Physiotherapy, Heart Failure Support Service, The Prince Charles Hospital, Brisbane, Australia. 7. Physiotherapy, School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia; Centre for Research Excellence in Telehealth, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: To describe patient experiences and perspectives of a group-based heart failure (HF) telerehabilitation program delivered to the homes via online video-conferencing. BACKGROUND: Limited information currently exists on patient experiences of telerehabilitation for HF. Patient feedback and end-user perspectives provide important information regarding the acceptability of this new delivery model which may have a substantial impact on future uptake. METHODS: We used mixed-methods design with purposive sampling of patients with HF. We used self-report surveys and semi-structured interviews to measure patient experiences and perspectives following a 12-week telerehabilitation program. The telerehabilitation program encompassed group-based exercise and education, and were delivered in real-time via videoconferencing. Interviews were transcribed and coded, with thematic analysis undertaken. RESULTS:Seventeen participants with HF (mean age [SD] of 69 [12] years and 88% males) were recruited. Participants reported high visual clarity and ease of use for the monitoring equipment. Major themes included motivating and inhibiting influences related to telerehabilitation and improvement suggestions. Participants liked the health benefits, access to care and social support. Participants highlighted a need for improved audio clarity and connectivity as well computer training for those with limited computer experience. The majority of participants preferred a combined face-to-face and online delivery model. CONCLUSION: Participants in this study reported high visual clarity and ease-of-use, but provided suggestions for further improvements in group-based video telerehabilitation for HF. Crown
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OBJECTIVES: To describe patient experiences and perspectives of a group-based heart failure (HF) telerehabilitation program delivered to the homes via online video-conferencing. BACKGROUND: Limited information currently exists on patient experiences of telerehabilitation for HF. Patient feedback and end-user perspectives provide important information regarding the acceptability of this new delivery model which may have a substantial impact on future uptake. METHODS: We used mixed-methods design with purposive sampling of patients with HF. We used self-report surveys and semi-structured interviews to measure patient experiences and perspectives following a 12-week telerehabilitation program. The telerehabilitation program encompassed group-based exercise and education, and were delivered in real-time via videoconferencing. Interviews were transcribed and coded, with thematic analysis undertaken. RESULTS: Seventeen participants with HF (mean age [SD] of 69 [12] years and 88% males) were recruited. Participants reported high visual clarity and ease of use for the monitoring equipment. Major themes included motivating and inhibiting influences related to telerehabilitation and improvement suggestions. Participants liked the health benefits, access to care and social support. Participants highlighted a need for improved audio clarity and connectivity as well computer training for those with limited computer experience. The majority of participants preferred a combined face-to-face and online delivery model. CONCLUSION:Participants in this study reported high visual clarity and ease-of-use, but provided suggestions for further improvements in group-based video telerehabilitation for HF. Crown
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