Digital Technology in Public Health and Rehabilitation Care

Digital Technology in Public Health and Rehabilitation Care: COVID Era provides an in-depth examination of how digital technology has impacted public health and rehabilitation during the COVID-19 pandemic. The book showcases the range of digital technology applications that have been utilized in healthcare, including the use of mobile phones, computers, wearable and non-wearable technologies, sensors, 3D printers, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), internet technologies, websites and apps, virtual and augmented realities, and computer games. The COVID-19 pandemic had a major impact on the rehabilitation services available to those in need, particularly for older adults, people with physical and cognitive impairments, children with autism and ADHD, and individuals with physical and mental health disorders. In response to these challenges, the book focuses on the potential for advanced digital technologies to revolutionize public health and rehabilitation services, highlighting the need for researchers and healthcare professionals to work together to promote digital-based interventions. With a wealth of case studies and insights from experts in the field, this book is an essential resource for anyone looking to understand the impact of digital technology on public health and rehabilitation services in the COVID-19 era. Provides in-depth insights into the various digital technologies that are impacting public health and rehabilitation, including Mobile/Smart phone, Computers, wearable and non-wearable technologies, sensors, 3D printers/technologies, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet/sensors technologies, Websites and apps, Virtual and Augmented realities, and Computer games Highlights the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on public health and rehabilitation services, and how digital technology can help provide effective solutions during these challenging times Brings together the expertise of multidisciplinary professionals, including researchers, doctors, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, biomedical engineers, and public health officers, to provide a comprehensive view of the potential applications of digital technology in public health and rehabilitation