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Virtual reality for pain management has potential, but hurdles remain

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

A study published this week in the Journal of Medical Internet Research found that virtual reality can be a useful, scalable and appealing alternative to existing pain management approaches. Health Tech, a health equity incubation partner at UCSF, and AppliedVR, a platform that provides therapeutic VR for pain management.

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CoachCare Locks Growth Capital for RPM Expansion

Digital Health Wire

January 2020: The pandemic era emergence of new RPM and CCM reimbursement pathways prompts CoachCare to lean in on commercializing the technologies it built to use internally, with a platform combining connected devices and outreach / monitoring services to give providers everything needed to spin up their own virtual care programs.

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Average Multiples and Key Drivers of Digital Therapeutics (DTx) M&A deals in 2023

Lloyd Price

Chronic pain management: DTx programs can help manage chronic pain conditions by providing cognitive-behavioral therapy, relaxation techniques, and biofeedback training. DTx products can be used to provide remote care, which is essential during a pandemic when in-person visits are limited.

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Digital MSK: current investment trends and potential future innovation

Lloyd Price

Telehealth and Remote Care Solutions: The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of telehealth and remote care solutions, including in the MSK space. AI-powered tools may help in automating certain aspects of MSK care, improving accuracy, and enabling more precise interventions.

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The Future of Healthcare: Remote Patient Monitoring and Digital Health Trends in 2024

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

Mental health, dermatology, and chronic disease management are just a few areas where telemedicine is making a significant impact. Additionally, integrating telemedicine with RPM allows for comprehensive remote care, where patients can receive consultations and ongoing monitoring without leaving their homes.

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Nordic HealthTech: one of the most dynamic and innovative in the world

Lloyd Price

The use of telemedicine to provide remote care: Telemedicine is the use of telecommunications technology to provide medical care remotely. It has become increasingly popular in recent years, as it allows patients to receive care from doctors without having to travel to a clinic or hospital.

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Digital Health v HealthTech: What is the difference?

Lloyd Price

Software: This includes software that is used to manage patient records, provide remote care, or deliver educational content. Telehealth: This is the delivery of healthcare services remotely, using technology such as video conferencing or phone calls. Examples include pacemakers, insulin pumps, and surgical robots.