Use Of Wearables for Remote Cancer Rehabilitation
Technology
National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals
Agency for Integrated Care - Intermediate and Long Term Care
31 December 2023
Investigate the feasibility of wearables for shoulder rehabilitation in breast cancer survivors. Wearables enhanced patient empowerment and improved rehabilitation, offering sustainable benefits.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Technology, Digital Health, Sensors, Wearables
About this Content
Aims
Investigate the feasibility of wearables for shoulder rehabilitation in breast cancer survivors.
Background
Shoulder dysfunction among breast cancer survivors leads to reduced ROM and quality of life.
Methods
12-week pilot with monthly physio consults and remote exercises using a wearable device.
Results
Significant improvement in shoulder ROM, pain score (p<0.05), and self-perceived disability.
Conclusion
Wearables enhanced patient empowerment and improved rehabilitation, offering sustainable benefits.
Lessons Learnt
Individualized exercises and wearables with remote supervision improved rehabilitation outcomes.
Keywords
Wearables, Remote Supervision, Breast Cancer Rehabilitation, Shoulder Mobility, Customised Exercises
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | Agency for Integrated Care - Intermediate and Long Term Care |
Organization(s) Involved | Singapore Cancer Society Rehabilitation Centre |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Oncology, Rehabilitation Therapy |
Project Lead(s) | Ng Xinyi |
Project Member(s) | Aw Hui Zhen |
Connect with this contributor!
Ms Aw Hui Zhen - huizhen_aw@singaporecancersociety.org.sg
Project Attachment
C_100_SCSRC_NHIP_2023_Use_of_wearables_for_remote_cancer_rehabilitation.pdf