Home exercise programs improve patient outcomes. Now that reimbursement is shifting toward rewarding results and the COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way we do physical therapy, transition to software is a wise decision. Cloud-based software and home exercise apps can fit any budget, including free, pay-per-month, and purchase. If you are looking for home exercise software for your patients, here are a few to get you started.
The Impact of COVID-19
Although physical therapists and physical therapy assistants managed increased workloads of complex patients on the front line of the COVID-19 pandemic, this is not the norm. Physical therapy clinics that remained open during the early weeks of the pandemic saw fewer consumers walking through the door. Physician referrals declined, as did direct access visits. Care hours were cut short and employment suffered. Before the pandemic, telehealth was an exception to the rule in physical therapy. Now, virtual is playing a significant role in physical therapy practice.
Virtual Tools Your Physical Therapy Practice Should Consider
HEP2go
This online program is ideal for rehab professionals to share exercise programs with patients. The program has numerous exercise programs sorted according to body regions. Patients even have the option to upload customized routines. HEP2go offers a basic free membership with access to all content and the ability to save routines. For a fee, a pro plan is also available, which offers numerous upgrades.
WebPT Home Exercise
WebPT offers a home exercise program that gives patients access to a library of videos, photos, drawings, and instructions. PTs can use the program to supplement patients’ home exercise routines. There is also an option to create programs and instructions. A free demo is available, or you can sign up for a paid monthly plan.
Simple Set
This online software program allows you to virtually teach exercise and manage patient care. With a comprehensive database with thousands of exercises, your therapists can find what their patients need. Additionally, you can post custom exercise programs and track patients’ workouts and progress. A pricing list is accessible on the website to help your organization scale the software cost for your business needs.
Real-Time Rehab
Is it speed you want? This software program can create an exercise program for your patients in 30 seconds or less. This company also works closely with PTs to ensure their programs are practical and relevant. Real-Time Rehab maintains a library of more than 1,600 exercises ready for your patients to view on their computer, tablet or smartphone. Pricing information is available by contacting Real-Time Rehab.
Exercise Pro
This program allows PTs to create custom exercise programs for patient education. Exercise Pro is network-based software found in clinics and hospitals as a teaching tool. The software package you select determines the pricing. Instructions are available in multiple languages, and updates and tech support are free.
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