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PROAKTIV4D - Software development for physiotherapists

The digitalisation of healthcare systems is progressing rapidly and is having a significant impact on physiotherapy too. In addition to digital applications for interventions, there are also tools for physiotherapy processes and patient communication. In this project, the University of Applied Health Sciences for Health Professions provides technical and scientific support for the development of a documentation system for physiotherapists, ensuring that the software meets their specific needs.

Research and Development
Term: 11.03.2024 — 31.12.2024

In physiotherapy, the identification of a patient's problem begins with the physiotherapeutic history and assessment of findings. These steps are integral to the physiotherapy process and form the basis for developing a treatment plan with specific therapy goals. While several digital systems are available to assist physiotherapists, there is currently no standardised system that is designed to the needs of users.

The aim of PROAKTIV4D project is to develop an innovative and sustainable solution for the digitalisation of physiotherapy in Austria. This software will support therapists in their daily work, from anamnesis and process documentation to the end of treatment. The time required for these procedures should be significantly reduced, and planning and evaluation of treatment success will also be considered. As part of the project, the University of Applied Health Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria is providing technical and scientific support for the further development of the software, ensuring that it meets the needs of future users by incorporating practical experience into the development concept. To achieve this, physiotherapy students are collecting the "user needs" of physiotherapists in the extramural setting in terms of history, findings, documentation and regulations as part of their bachelor thesis. Through this collaboration, the university can actively shape the digitalisation of physiotherapy and improve the professional situation of physiotherapists.

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