Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Science

  • 제12권2호
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  • Pages.105-114
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  • 2023
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  • 2287-7576(pISSN)
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  • 2287-7584(eISSN)
물리치료재활과학회 (korean Academy of Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Science)
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Reliability and Validity Inquiry for Tele-assessment Based on Video Conferencing

  • Suha Lee (Department of Physical Therapy College of Health and Welfare, Sahmyook University) ;
  • Changho Song (Department of Physical Therapy College of Health and Welfare, Sahmyook University)
  • 투고 : 2023.06.07
  • 심사 : 2023.06.20
  • 발행 : 2023.06.30
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Objective: The study examined the validity and reliability of tele-assessment of cervical range of motion (ROM) through video conferencing. Design: A cross-sectional study Methods: The study included 22 healthy adults as subjects and 10 physical therapists as evaluators. The subjects underwent both face-to-face and tele-assessment of cervical ROM. The CROM (Cervical Range of Motion) device was used for reference measurements in the face-to-face assessment. The evaluators assessed the subjects' ROM through visual inspection (VI) and using a Universal Goniometer (UG) in the tele-assessment. Results: The results showed a significant correlation between the face-to-face and tele-assessment measurements for all ROM contents. The correlation coefficients ranged from r=0.54 to 0.71 (p<0.05), indicating concurrent validity. In terms of inter-rater reliability, the ICC values for both VI and UG assessments in the tele-assessment were high, with ICCs of 0.93 and 0.92, respectively. Additionally, the study investigated the usability of the tele-assessment method and environment. The satisfaction of the participants and evaluators was assessed using the Telehealth Usability Questionnaire (TUQ), which evaluates perceptions, usability, and satisfaction with telehealth services. Conclusions: In conclusion, tele-assessment of cervical range of motion using video conferencing was valid and reliable. Also, investigated participant and evaluator satisfaction and opinions, providing insights into the clinical value of tele-assessment. It is important to note that the study was conducted only healthy adults, and further research may be needed to validate the tele-assessment method in populations with cervical dysfunction or neck pain. These findings support the potential effectiveness of telerehabilitation services in assessing and managing musculoskeletal disorders.

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