Physiotherapists' Perceptions and Challenges in Adopting Telerehabilitation in Rwanda: A Cross-Sectional Study

Overall, Rwandan PTs demonstrate a positive attitude toward telerehabilitation but its adoption is hindered by a significant gender gap, with male practitioners being less likely to adopt it. The use of accessible technologies like WhatsApp and desktops strongly predicts adoption. To ensure successful integration, strategies must address key barriers such as limited training and high equipment costs by leveraging existing platforms and specifically targeting male practitioners.

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Rwanda Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences
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2025-08-14
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https://doi.org/10.4314/rjmhs.v8i2.15
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Telemedicine and Telehealth Implementation
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Physiotherapists' Perceptions and Challenges in Adopting Telerehabilitation in Rwanda: A Cross-Sectional Study

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Physiotherapists' Perceptions and Challenges in Adopting Telerehabilitation in Rwanda: A Cross-Sectional Study

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Abstract

Overall, Rwandan PTs demonstrate a positive attitude toward telerehabilitation but its adoption is hindered by a significant gender gap, with male practitioners being less likely to adopt it. The use of accessible technologies like WhatsApp and desktops strongly predicts adoption. To ensure successful integration, strategies must address key barriers such as limited training and high equipment costs by leveraging existing platforms and specifically targeting male practitioners.

Rwanda Journal of Medicine and Health SciencesVol. 8(2)
University of Rwanda (RW), Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Kigali (RW), Rwanda Biomedical Center (RW)
Openalex Percentile: Top 68%
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