
Is teletherapy really as effective as in-person therapy?
In most instances, teletherapy is just as effective as in-person therapy when manual manipulation is not required. Studies demonstrate that teletherapy:*
- Is equally effective as office-based visits in delivering care outcomes
- More convenient for the patients
- More affordable than in-person therapy
- Results in a higher compliance rate and adherance to visit schedules
Because teletherapy is convenient, easy to use, and highly accessible, patients using teletherapy are far more likely to be stay compliant with their therapy programs.
*A select list of peer-reviewed studies can be found here:
https://www.apta.org/your-practice/practice-models-and-settings/telehealth-practice
Benefits of Teletherapy
- Easy and flexible online scheduling
- Save time with efficient therapy sessions
- No commuting to-and-from clinics
- No need to take time off of work or school
- No need to find child care or elder care
- Accessible in rural areas
- Decreased infection exposure risk
- One-on-one dedicated care sessions
- Secure, unlimited messaging with your provider between visits
- Access to a full database of therapeutic exercises to progress your care