Protocol for a scoping review of patient-clinician digital health interventions for the population with hip fracture.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Patient-clinician digital health interventions can potentially improve the care of patients with hip fracture transitioning from hospital to rehabilitation to home. Assisting older patients with a hip fracture and their caregivers in managing their postsurgery care is crucial for ensuring the best rehabilitation outcomes. With the increased availability and wide uptake of mobile devices, the use of digital health to better assist patients in their care has become more common. Among the older adult population, hip fractures are a common occurrence and integrated postsurgery care is key for optimal recovery. The overall aims are to examine the available literature on the impact of hip fracture-specific patient-clinician digital health interventions on patient outcomes an

SUBMITTER: Backman C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9685264 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature