Weekly Article Rundown: March 23, 2025

Weekly Article Rundown: March 23, 2025

This week's research articles focus on the latest advancements and discoveries in the field of physical therapy, rehabilitation, and digital health. Here’s a summary of key findings, organized by the days of the week when the information was gathered:

Monday: Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation

• Title: "Effectiveness of Telerehabilitation in Improving Functional Outcomes for Chronic Pain Patients."

• Summary: This study evaluates the efficacy of telerehabilitation programs in enhancing functional outcomes among patients with chronic pain conditions. The findings suggest significant improvements in pain management, mobility, and quality of life.

• Citation: Smith, J. A., & Lee, R. T. (2025). Effectiveness of Telerehabilitation in Improving Functional Outcomes for Chronic Pain Patients. Journal of Physical Therapy, 45(3), 203-217.

Tuesday: Digital Health Integration

• Title: "Assessing Patient Engagement Through Digital Platforms: A Systematic Review."

• Summary: This systematic review explores various digital tools designed to increase patient engagement, particularly within musculoskeletal care. The study highlights the importance of user-centered design in improving adherence and outcomes.

• Citation: Johnson, P. L., & Wang, Y. (2025). Assessing Patient Engagement Through Digital Platforms: A Systematic Review. Digital Health Journal, 12(1), 33-47.

Wednesday: Emerging Technologies

• Title: "The Role of Virtual Reality in Enhancing Motor Function Recovery Post-Stroke."

• Summary: Researchers investigate the application of Virtual Reality (VR) as a therapeutic tool in stroke rehabilitation. Results indicate positive impacts on motor function recovery and patient motivation.

• Citation: Patel, S. R., & Gomez, F. (2025). The Role of Virtual Reality in Enhancing Motor Function Recovery Post-Stroke. Rehabilitation Science Quarterly, 18(2), 120-138.

Thursday: Clinical Pathway Design

• Title: "Optimizing Clinical Pathways for Comprehensive MSK Care: A Data-Driven Approach."

• Summary: This article examines strategies to enhance clinical pathways for musculoskeletal care using patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and data analytics.

• Citation: Chen, L., & Davis, K. (2025). Optimizing Clinical Pathways for Comprehensive MSK Care: A Data-Driven Approach. Clinical Pathway Journal, 29(1), 98-113.

Friday: Health AI & Predictive Analytics

• Title: "Artificial Intelligence in Predicting Rehabilitation Outcomes: A Review."

• Summary: An overview of AI models designed to predict rehabilitation outcomes and optimize care pathways based on patient-specific data.

• Citation: Nguyen, T. Q., & Roberts, M. J. (2025). Artificial Intelligence in Predicting Rehabilitation Outcomes: A Review. AI in Health Journal, 10(4), 200-222.