Huynh, Vanessa and Rendon, Annette and Tran, Katherine and Wada, Mari (2024) Healthcare practitioners' perspectives on improving pediatric upper extremity dysfunction using Meditouch. Masters thesis, Stanbridge University.
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Abstract
The limited use of robotic technology in healthcare, in comparison to its recent advances and individualized designs, warrants a further need to assess its feasibility, applicability, and potential in rehabilitative settings. We explore healthcare practitioners' views on using MediTouch, a robotic rehabilitation device, to enhance outcomes for pediatric patients with upper extremity dysfunctions. Pre- and post-test surveys were given to the five participants using a combination of Likert scale, multiple-choice, and open-ended questions regarding participants' perspectives before and after interaction with MediTouch. The four themes that were found included areas of repetition, functional improvements, pediatric engagement, and MediTouch features. Quantitatively, there was a significant positive correlation in responses from the participants between interactions with MediTouch and physical robotics impact in improving participation in the pediatric population, range of motion, and endurance. Our findings indicate that while practitioners see significant benefits for patient motivation, personalized treatment, and functional improvement, challenges such as cost, accessibility, and calibration remain. These insights highlight the potential of combining robotics with traditional therapy in pediatric care and suggest areas for future research and development in upper extremity dysfunction.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Masters) |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | MSOTOC013 |
| Subjects: | R Medicine > RJ Pediatrics > RJ101 Child Health. Child health services |
| Depositing User: | Kareena Yashko |
| Date Deposited: | 26 Mar 2026 16:23 |
| Last Modified: | 26 Mar 2026 16:23 |
| URI: | http://repository.stanbridge.edu/id/eprint/217 |
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