TELEMEDICINE IN THE MONITORING AND REHABILITATION OF POST-TRAUMA PATIENTS: ADVANCES, CHALLENGES, AND PERSPECTIVES IN CONTINUITY OF CARE
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https://doi.org/10.36557/2674-9432.2026v5n1p2476-2489Palavras-chave:
Telemedicine. Rehabilitation. Trauma.Resumo
Telemedicine has emerged as an important strategy for expanding access to healthcare, particularly in clinical contexts that require continuous monitoring and long-term follow-up. Trauma represents one of the major global public health concerns, accounting for high rates of morbidity and mortality as well as significant social, functional, and economic impacts. The post-traumatic period requires continuous and interdisciplinary follow-up aimed at the patient’s physical, cognitive, and emotional recovery. However, geographic, financial, and structural barriers still limit access to rehabilitation services, highlighting the need for innovative strategies capable of ensuring continuity of care. In this context, telemedicine emerges as a viable and effective technological alternative, enabling remote monitoring, telerehabilitation, and multiprofessional support at a distance. The objective of this study was to analyze, through a narrative review of the literature, the applicability and benefits of telemedicine in the monitoring and rehabilitation of patients during the post-trauma period. The literature search was conducted in the PubMed, Scopus, ScienceDirect, and SciELO databases, including articles published between 2015 and 2026. The findings indicate that telemedicine improves therapeutic adherence, reduces hospital readmissions, and promotes greater patient autonomy, with clinical outcomes comparable to those achieved through face-to-face care models. Evidence also highlights emotional and psychosocial benefits, particularly when there is integration among different healthcare professionals. Nevertheless, challenges remain regarding technological infrastructure, digital equity, and the standardization of clinical protocols. Future perspectives point to the incorporation of artificial intelligence and hybrid care models, with the potential to personalize interventions and expand the reach of rehabilitation. In conclusion, telemedicine represents a transformative tool in post-trauma care, combining technological innovation with a humanized approach to healthcare delivery.
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