The Future of Rehabilitation Medicine: Holism, Innovation, Technology, and the Science of Treating the Whole Person-Session Presentation

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In this session at the annual meeting of the Academy of PM&R, three speakers discussed the future of rehabilitation medicine and the importance of fostering and implementing innovation in the field. Dr. Dave Binder highlighted the need for collaboration and recognition of the innovation ecosystem within the healthcare organization. He discussed the Spalding Innovation Program, which was created to streamline the process of facilitating innovation within the institution. Dr. Ning Chao talked about the implementation of robotic-assisted gait training in stroke rehabilitation. She explained how the use of robotic devices can provide higher intensity and more efficient training for patients, leading to better outcomes. Dr. Jeffrey Myers emphasized the importance of the science of adaptation in rehabilitation medicine. He discussed the holistic approach to medicine and the integration of various sciences, such as evolutionary medicine, complex systems theory, ethology, and phenomenology, in studying and understanding whole-person functioning. He also highlighted the potential of technology and big data in enhancing the understanding and treatment of patients in PM&R. Overall, the speakers provided insights into the future of rehabilitation medicine and the role of innovation in improving patient care and outcomes.

Keywords

rehabilitation medicine

innovation

collaboration

robotic-assisted gait training

stroke rehabilitation

science of adaptation

holistic approach

technology

big data

patient care