ARBOR Telehealth Study: Advancing Rural Back Pain Outcomes Using Rehabilitation Telehealth

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Published in Clinical Connection - Fall 2024

The ARBOR Telehealth Study, conducted by Johns Hopkins University in partnership with TidalHealth, explores the effectiveness of telehealth physical therapy for rural patients with chronic low back pain. It compares two interventions: telehealth physical therapy and standardized educational resources. The study will evaluate outcomes like pain reduction, disability, and quality of life over 12 months. The results will provide critical insights into the potential of telehealth to expand access to care and reduce opioid use in underserved rural communities.

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Learn more at arbor-telehealth.com.

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Richard L. Skolasky, ScD
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ARBOR Telehealth: Treating Chronic Back Pain Using Physical Therapy

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