Aging and Medical Rehabilitation: A Contribution to a Comprehensive Discussion
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Aged, Artificial Intelligence, Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Robotics, Virtual RealityAbstract
The rapid development of innovative technologies is transforming the landscape of elderly care and physical and rehabilitation medicine, addressing the unique challenges of aging. This document explores cutting-edge solutions, including smart house technologies (SHT), artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), robotics, and advanced geriatric rehabilitation (GR) assessment strategies. These advancements enhance safety, autonomy, and quality of life for older adults and revolutionize therapeutic processes, making them more personalized and effective. By integrating these technologies into healthcare, we can create a future that empowers the elderly to age with dignity, autonomy, and improved well-being. GR is an increasingly relevant topic in medical science and society at large.Downloads
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