Design of a website as support for the development of telehealth modalities in physiotherapy

Abstract

Introduction: The incorporation of information and communication technologies (TIC by its acronym in Spanish) in health care processes is relevant, given the need to facilitate access, opportunity and resolution of health problems. Objective: Design a website where evaluation and intervention tools are available in digital physiotherapy to favor the development of competencies of physiotherapy students and professionals in the application of telehealth modalities for user care. Methodology: It was developed in stages; in the first place, the planning stage, where project requirements, target audience, delivery format and accessible support tools were identified; posteriorly, a creation stage, in which conceptual and visual design, organization scheme, multimedia, and interaction elements, prototyping of the site’s operation and navigation interface were performed; and finally, an internal and external validation stage. Results: The website: www.fisiouisdigital.com consists of 8 sections and includes ICT tools that respond to the needs expressed for the development of telehealth modalities in physiotherapy. The website was validated by 5 experts who considered that it meets the requirements related to navigability, accessibility, attractiveness and novelty. The adjustments suggested were implemented before allowing public access to the page. Discussion: The contributions and limitations of the physical therapist in the development of this proposal are recognized. It is suggested in the future to develop a robust platform for the development of the digital physical therapy practice. Conclusions: Due to the restrictions derived from the pandemic of COVID 19, the Fisiouisdigital website responds to a real need by providing support tools for the professional practice of the physical therapist.