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Know Stroke Podcast Episode 94: Insights into RTM for Stroke Recovery with Clinical Research Experts from Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Co-hosts Michael Garrow and David Dansereau
This episode explores the evolving field of remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) in neurological rehabilitation, featuring insights from two experts at Shirley Ryan Ability Lab. Topics include platform design, clinical integration, policy, and future directions for RTM in stroke and neuro conditions.
Our Guests:
Dr. Miriam Rafferty PT, DPT, PhD is the Director of Implementation Science and a Research Scientist at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. She is an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine in the Departments of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Psychiatry & Behavioral Science. Dr. Rafferty also is an active physical therapist clinician specializing in neurologic physical therapy, with a clinical focus on PD. LinkedIn -
Dr. Kristen Hohl PT, DPT, NCS works as a clinician-researcher at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. Clinically, she works in a technology implementation role facilitating best practice with thoughtful integration of advanced technologies to achieve the best patient outcomes. Her research work is with the KTEAM Lab, led by Dr. Miriam Rafferty. Her research interests include using implementation science to understand the translation of evidence into clinical practice. LinkedIn -
Topics covered:
Differences between RTM and RPM in neuro vs MSK
Platform design tailored for neurological populations
Implementation science and clinical adoption of RTM
Policy and reimbursement challenges for multidisciplinary care
Research findings on wearable technology and behavior change
Resources:
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab - https://www.sralab.org/
Henry Betts Life Center - https://www.sralab.org/lifecenter
Mentions:
David’s Book Closure After Stroke
