Can Chatbots Enhance Patient Education in Musculoskeletal Disorders? A Pakistani Perspective

Sahar Malik

doi:10.55735/bzbn2777

Authors

Sahar Malik Department of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation, Ghurki Trust Teaching Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55735/bzbn2777

Keywords:

Artificial intelligence, Chatbots, Musculoskeletal disorders, Patient education

Abstract

Dear Editor!

Advancements in the field of artificial intelligence, AI chatbots, and telehealth represent a significant role in healthcare. Digital rehabilitation has increasingly been recognized for its potential to enhance patient education, particularly for managing musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders. This emphasized the purpose of AI-powered chatbot agents to support patient engagement and self-management. While a study was concerned with ethical considerations essential for the application of AI in telehealth practice.Likewise, more studies identify and summarize the components of digital health interventions, mobile health apps, and virtual rehabilitation platforms development methods to improve patient adherence to therapeutic regimens.

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