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Family-Centered Telehealth Supporting Motor Skills and Activity in Individuals With Rett Syndrome
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Author(s): Meir Lotan (Ariel University, Israel), Michelle Stahlhut (Rigshospitalet, Denmark), Alberto Romano (Italian Rett Association (AIRett), Italy), Jenny Downs (Telethon Kids Institute, Australia)and Cochavit Elefant (University of Haifa, Israel)
Copyright: 2022
Pages: 25
Source title:
Assistive Technologies for Assessment and Recovery of Neurological Impairments
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Fabrizio Stasolla (University Giustino Fortunato of Benevento, Italy)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-7430-0.ch008
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Abstract
Rett syndrome is a rare genetically caused condition associated with severe disability and impaired motor functions. Local therapists typically see small numbers of affected individuals, and this limits their capacity to gain experience. Telehealth is being used increasingly to counter poor access to rehabilitation services. Moreover, there is a need to develop management plans that support individuals with Rett syndrome over their lifespan. Three projects in which telehealth support was provided by therapists experienced in Rett syndrome and supported by available local resources are presented in this chapter. The three projects responded to locally identified needs in a cost-efficient way and empowered those working with people with Rett syndrome to maintain and improve their clients' physical function and activity. This chapter will discuss the conceptual underpinnings of delivering a service using a telehealth approach and describe the results and the strategies implemented in the projects mentioned above.
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