International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Department of Neurophysiotherapy, K. J Somaiya College of Physiotherapy, Mumbai, India

Biography

Dr. Isha Akulwar-Tajane is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neuro physiotherapy, K. J. Somaiya College of Physiotherapy, Mumbai, India. His research interest includes Speech Science, Physiotherapy, etc. He has published more than 28 publications and the articles are informative and got good citations.

Publications

• Original Research Article   
  Telerehabilitation: An Alternative Service Delivery Model for Pediatric Neurorehabilitation Services at a Tertiary Care Center in India
  Author(s): Isha Akulwar-Tajane* and Geeta D. Bhatt
  
  Background: Neurorehabilitation is facing a unique challenge as COVID-19 circumstances magnify the access and resource barrier in healthcare provision; and are causing disruption in the continuity of care of children with disability. An affirmative action is required as a ‘Disability-inclusive response to the COVID-19 crisis.’ This study thus aimed to determine if Telerehabilitation (TR) model of service delivery is a feasible and effective alternative for pediatric neurophysiotherapy. Methodology: This is a clinical trial conducted on children diagnosed with developmental delay or neurological condition and referred for Physiotherapy at a tertiary care center. Clinical consultation was provided remotely with the use of real time interactive technology. Outcome indicators used were: 1)Timely receipt of physiother.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2329-9096.21.s4.001

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