Rehab and Performance Lab: A Medbridge Podcast Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 21: Cancellations and Exercise Noncompliance: Can RTM Help Us?
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Dec 15, 2025 
Dr. Anang Chokshi, a dual board-certified physical therapist and advocate for remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM), teams up with Dr. Jon Ide-Don, a digital health leader, to tackle patient dropout in rehab. They discuss the critical difference between adherence and engagement, emphasizing co-creation of care plans. The duo offers innovative strategies to enhance communication and nurture patient relationships, demonstrating how digital tools can transform rehab outcomes. Tune in for insights on leveraging technology to keep patients motivated and involved!
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Keep Home Programs Small And Practical
- Simplify and personalize HEPs; give two to three exercises and integrate them into daily tasks.
- Tie exercises to routine activities (e.g., brushing teeth) to increase repetitions and habit formation.
Most Patients Quit Before Plan Completion
- Only about one-third of patients finish a planned course of care, reflecting experience and value gaps.
- Early therapeutic-alliance moments determine whether patients perceive value and stay engaged.
Show Patients The Phase-Based Roadmap
- Communicate a clear phase-based plan so patients know 'where the pizza is' and what to expect next.
- Explain expected trajectory and outcomes to increase perceived value and attendance.