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The Krojanty Clinic (est. 1998) focuses on treatment of patients with locomotor disabilities, mainly elderly people with slipped discs and sharp back pains, as well as joint pains and migraines. Our comprehensive approach to rehabilitation results in patients regaining their mobility and professional activity. The goal of this project is to develop and implement a group therapy service improving the health of geriatric patients who require interdisciplinary rehabilitation. We will purchase advanced equipment that will form the basis of a multi-station group therapy and extend the treatment base existing in the clinic. Also, a new programme of comprehensive diagnostics and rehabilitation of geriatric patients will be created focusing on individual rehabilitation progress evaluated under objective diagnostics of biomechanical parameters. For instance, the use of platforms and treadmill will help assess postural and balance parameters, spasticity, muscle tone, range of motion, and other factors. The programme will combine rehabilitation methods we have used so far with new methods and latest technologies to create holistic therapeutic environment that will be unique in Poland and outstanding in Europe.
Summary of project results
One of the challenges addressed by the project was innovative rehabilitation methods implementation for elderly individuals, allowing for a reduction in the treatment time and the recovery of patient mobility after an accident or due to illness. This initiative aimed to decrease of social exclusion of mature individuals. A key challenge was also the need to personalize treatment of the patients, especially loads and ranges of motion performed during exercises needed to be individually corresponded to different patients.
Such capabilities were provided by the use of modern computer-assisted devices, biofeedback, and biomechanical functional assessment. Thanks to these solutions, it was possible to conduct consistent therapy regardless of which physiotherapist supported the patient during the rehabilitation process.
The project mainly focused on actions involving equipping the rehabilitation clinic in Krojanty with the most modern medical equipment available on the market and conducting research in cooperation with a research unit.
A series of specialized training sessions for the beneficiary''s staff on the devices provided within the project were conducted. After the training phase was completed, the project moved to the research and development stage. During this phase, the following activities were carried out:
- Development of diagnostic scenarios
- Development of rehabilitation services based on diagnostic results
- Testing of diagnostic and therapeutic procedure algorithms
- Integration of collected data to create a rehabilitation model
The outcome of the research work was an evaluation of the impact of the rehabilitation devices purchased as part of the project. The study involved 536 individuals aged between 58 to 96 years. Among the patients, 361 individuals in the age range of 58 to 96 years were identified as the study group, and 176 individuals aged between 58 to 89 years were assigned to the control group.
The project funded by the Norway Grants had a significant positive impact on improving the standard of patient treatment and rehabilitation. The main achievements of the project include the purchase of modern medical devices, which have significantly contributed to raising the quality of healthcare in our facility.
The acquisition of modern medical devices has allowed for a significant improvement in the efficiency of treatment and rehabilitation processes. Thanks to the new equipment, patients receive more personalized care, which translates into a faster return to health and a reduction in the effects of complications. Modern technologies enable doctors and therapists to more accurately monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to individual needs.
Another outcome of the project is research work focused on evaluating satisfaction with the use of purchased devices. These studies have provided valuable information and data that confirm the positive impact of these devices on the treatment and rehabilitation process. It is worth emphasizing that cooperation with a research unit has enhanced the prestige of our facility and strengthened its position as a leader in the field of modern therapeutic methods.
As a result of the project funded by the Norway Funds, the standard of patient treatment and rehabilitation and their satisfaction with the treatment outcomes have been raised. This is definitely a step towards improving the quality of life for patients and developing international partnerships.