According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, “Technology is the practical application of knowledge especially in a particular area.” However, technology continues to change the world daily. For example we use computers to enter data, communicate, or search the web. Technology helps everyone get their job done faster, instead of doing everything by hand. Everyone uses technology in a variety of ways such as replacing an amputation, stimulating muscles, or running tests to diagnose patients. I am going to talk about how technology is being used in Physical Therapy using computers, whirlpools, and ultrasound therapy.
Initially, computers are the primary tool in any health care field. According to Diversified Health Occupations, “Computers can be used for Hospital information systems (HIS) or Medical information systems (MIS): managing budgets, equipment inventories, patient information, laboratory reports, operating room and personnel scheduling, and general records (p.315).” It does not matter which allied health professional a person wants to be; he or she must have, “the basic understanding of how a computer works and a basic understanding of the applications used in your field or profession (p.315).” On the other hand, Physical Therapists use a computer to bill or inform the insurance companies about any policies or procedures that the patient was involved in. Also, they use computers to schedule appointments and save the information pertaining to the patient relative to their visit. Computers will always play a major role in the workplace.
Secondly, whirlpool therapy is another form of technology. According to About.com, “A whirlpool is a large tub that is filled with water and the body part being treated is placed inside the tub;...
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...ude neuro and orthopedic rehabilitation, exercises to improve functional levels of safety, gait training and strengthening, and transfer training, sit-to-stand exercises, stairs, and over-ground walking (2014).” Based on the patient’s level of ability the Bionic Leg contributes a great amount of motor assistance to the injured extremity. The Alter G Bionic Leg will change the lives of many injured patients.
Overall, technology will always play a part in our everyday lives. It continues to be used in various ways. For instance, computers make it easier to find information and keep up with records. Whirlpools help patients to recover from an injury. Robotics will improve the mobility for injured patients. Ultrasounds help prevent inflammation and reduce swelling of joints. Technology in physical therapy continues to change and help others move forward with their life.
Technology keeps you updated about the things that are going on worldwide and you can store important information throughout your devices. There are so many forms of technology besides your phone and your computer. Technology can provide goods and services to those in serious need. Technology has the most effect in the medical field. It has helped cure sickness, detect diseases and help people that are facing death. Over the past 10-20 years there has been so many new tech advances in the medical field. For example, dermatologist have a handheld tool approved by the FDA for multispectral analysis of tissue morphology. The “Mela-Find” optical scanner is not for definitive diagnosis but rather to provide additional information a doctor can use in determining whether or not to order a biopsy. The goal of this device is to reduce the number of patients left with unnecessary biopsy scars, with the added benefit of eliminating the cost of unnecessary procedures Technology in the medical field has a big part of our life. Technology in the medical field has helped me personally because when I got into a car accident and had to end up getting an x-ray for the first time. My experience with that was interesting to me and I was kind of excited to see how it worked but nervous at the same time. While I was laying down getting my x-ray done, I was thinking about how technology is so useful even in small medical
Imagine going up for the perfect lay-up, you make the shot but when you land you twist awkwardly and land on your knee. Laying on the ground, you feel the pain surging through your knee, the first line of defense is an athletic trainer, however if this accident happened when you fell on a wet kitchen floor you could expect much the same care from a physical therapist Athletic Trainers are the first to respond to sport related in game injuries, and provide care after injuries. In contrast physical therapist are not only there to fix accidental injuries, and treat chronic bone and joint they help with plans of care and rehabilitation for athletes and non-athletes after injuries. Physical Therapy play a important role in todays healthcare. Physical Therapy are experts of improving and storing motion , they contribute to their patients ‘ quality of life by keeping them healthy , fit , active and in medications . The first school of Modern Physical Therapy opened in Boston, MA , So Physical Therapy have been around for a long time. The Physical Therapy Association Organized by Mary McMillan. It later became the American Physical Therapy Association.World War ll brings changes to Physical Therapy was done at hospitals as patients recovered from injuries , surgeries or other ailments.
Science and technology go hand in hand. Scientific discoveries result in technology advancements for the people. In today’s technological world, it has progressed to a whole new level. This type of modernization opened doors for new and improved computers, cell phones, medical treatment, and machinery. In a reference article, “Computers and the Internet in America: Modern World” by Christopher Cumo, he discusses how computers and the internet have impacted human life since the 20th century. Technology has always been a part of society and as
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Technology, what is it? It’s usually something new, and better than the old idea. Technology started with cars, stoves, TV, radios, etc. Cars takes somebody from one place to another, faster than walking, running, or biking and one could go places without getting tired. Stoves allowed one to conveniently be able to turn on and off heat to a cooking utensil with less clean up. The biggest contributor to making our lives easier would be computers, which has come a long way since its introduction to the world. Also, computers have the ability to be improved more, and more in time. In general, technology started off by comforting our lives. Now, the rapid growth of technology has replaced the need for one’s own intellect.
In today's world, technology is constantly changing from a new paperclip to an improvement in hospital machinery. Technology lets people improve the way they live so that they can preserve their own personal energy and focus on the really important factors in life. Some people focus their energy on making new innovations to improve transportation and the health of people that may save lives and some people focus on making new designs of packaging CDS. Technology is significant in everyone's life because it rapidly changes what is in the market. But, some new innovations of technology are ridiculous because they serve no purpose in helping mankind.
Physical Therapy in the 21st Century: Why are we doing this? Great question, one may ask. Why ARE Physical Therapist doing this? Physical Therapy needs are much different today than they were many years ago. Today, people are living longer, soldiers are returning from war wounded, and people are surviving cancer. In the 21st Century, these people want to live with the same quality of life that they are accustomed to. That's where Physical Therapy comes in. Physical Therapists in the 21st Century are performing needed services to gain people's trust so we can educate them and give them proper treatment to help them live longer, have quality of life, and re-gain or maintain everyday functions when they have experienced some kind of injury.
The goal of this literature review is to increase our knowledge about technology use in practice and to identify where there is need for improvement. Information technology seems to be a widely discussed topic these days and most nurses have no clear idea how it can transform the way we do things on an every day basis. We will also look at the impact technology has on nursing, patients, and colleagues. We will then focus on a specific nursing setting, in this case the emergency room. This literature review is organized to grow on each independent section so that you, the reader, can form your own opinion, but take with you the universal understanding of how information technology will lead us down a new and exciting career path.
Technology surrounds almost everyone in today 's modern society. Technology is constantly changing, and advancing to make our everyday lives somewhat easier. Throughout history, people have looked for better ways to meet their needs and satisfy expectations. Technology has helped people out in many ways, such as: healthcare, education, jobs, and online shopping. Almost all goods and services rely on technology. Although technology has tons of upsides to it, it also has several downsides.
Computers help out hospitals and pharmacies very much. Pharmacists use computers to keep a record of medications and the dosage to give to each patient. Most computers in hospitals are used to keep track of patients and their status. Computers also keep track of equipment placement and their status as well. Scientists depend on computers to help find cures for cancer, STDs, and other diseases. Computer software helps doctors’ research different symptoms, cures and treatments for different diseases. Cures for a lot of diseases would not have been found without the help of computers.
Technology is utilized and depended on in many fields, and its impact will continue to grow. In the late 1960s, Ted Hoff created the first microprocessor. Originally as a project to create a computer chip for a calculator, he quickly saw the technical significance of his microprocessor and realized how much of an impact it can have on future inventions (“Early History”). His creation led to many incredibly practical inventions that are now relied on, such as cell phones, personal computers, and essentially everything else that contain microprocessors. Other advances in technology made way to, at the time, unimaginable inventions. From microwaves and television to vehicles and planes, technology played and continues to play a significant role. Without a doubt, technology will continue to evolve and change society further than it already has. Although the usage of computers and
In the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, technology has increased worldwide and affected many aspects of human life. Unarguably, advancement in technology over the years has made our lives easier. Advances in research, diagnosis, and treatment, (particularly during the past couple of generations) have significantly contributed to both the length and quality of human life. Medical Technology has improved humanity physically through Surgery, Diagnostics and the use of information technology in the administration of patient care.
...rmation in the medical sector. In education, this technology can training human in the 21st century. It is a device specially trained individuals with disabilities. Even in entertainment, technology is useful in game. It can improve human performance by the feedback from the human.
There is no doubt that the accomplishments made through technology are astonishing. Technology has made amazing impacts on everything from science in space to medical science to the devices we use every day that make our lives easier. People are living longer and better than ever before, but we can’t forget how to live without it. “Just because technology is there and makes something easier doesn’t mean we should rely on it so much that we can’t think for ourselves,” (Levinson).
Technology has had a great impact on society when it comes to medicine. Medical technology has been around since the cave man began using rocks as tools to perform trephening. Since then there has been many new advancements in medicine due to technology. From painless needles to robots used for surgeries technology is around to stay.