Why Is There a Growing Demand for Remote Patient Monitoring

Information and communications technology have a huge role in bringing about direct and increased access for healthcare in many parts of the Globe. It simply leverages contemporary digital technology to facilitate communications between patients and service providers.

The technology empowers the patients to monitor themselves and collect data concerning their medical conditions using various tools and then electronically transmitting the data once secured to their service provider or healthcare professional.

This process also enables sensitive information in critical or emergency cases to be shared and monitored remotely throughout the day such as in the case of heart patients or during pregnancy where physiological data i.e. heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation need to be shared instantly.

At the same time, the service providers and healthcare professionals are monitoring the data and making recommendations based on them, at the hospitals, intensive care units, and other healthcare facilities.

The technology enables the service providers to remotely monitor and effectively implement necessary treatment protocol, with constant feedback and immediate alerts to make a further decision whether to alter prescriptions or recommend visiting the closest ER.

The same can be applied for post-operative care when patients need constant monitoring – which through the use of technology can be done remotely using RPM devices that enable providers to continue monitoring and treatment.