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A non-systematic search of PubMed was conducted for English-language systematic reviews, controlled trials and qualitative studies evaluating telerehabilitation (with a focus on videoconferencing and telephone consultations) by physiotherapists.
Evidence was summarised in tables according to study design and health condition (where appropriate). Websites of professional organisations were searched (non-systematically) for guidelines that may assist in implementation of telerehabilitation services.
This report was prepared by Prof Rana Hinman, Dr Belinda Lawford, and Prof Kim Bennell at the University of Melbourne.
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Mobile app for Knee Osteoarthritis (MappKO)
This study is comparing the effects of physiotherapy versus physiotherapy and a mobile app on knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Modified Yoga Exercise (COPE)
This study is comparing the effects of online education to a modified yoga exercise program for managing osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Musculoskeletal pain treatment pathways (PACE)
This study is comparing the treatment pathways provided in primary and specialist care to advance understanding of recovery from musculoskeletal conditions
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Exercise for Hip Pain (PHOENIX)
This study is comparing the effects of two different 9-month exercise programs on hip osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Physiotherapists' Survey: Managing Hip Pain (CHASE)
This study is examining how physiotherapists manage chronic hip pain.
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Osteoarthritis Knowledge Survey (OAKS)
This study is examining people's knowledge of hip and knee osteoarthritis.
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Athletic footwear for reducing knee loads in girls and women
This study is assessing athletic footwear for reducing knee loads in female netball players.
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Ankle sprains in netball
This study is investigating ankle sprains and chronic ankle instability in netball.
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Exercise and Weight loss for Hip Pain (ECHO)
This study is comparing the effects of exercise versus exercise and weight loss programs on hip osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Telehealth Assessment
This study is investigating the agreement between functional tests performed via telehealth versus in-person.