Athletic Trainers' Experiences and Perceptions Regarding Telemedicine

Department

Exercise and Sport Science

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

8-28-2020

Abstract

Purpose:

To examine athletic trainers' experiences and perceptions of telemedicine.  

Methods:

A partially mixed sequential dominant status design using an individual semi-structured interview process was used with 11 participants. Data were analyzed using the consensual qualitative research tradition.  

Results:

Three domains emerged: impressionable state, concerns with implementation, and connectedness. Participants were influenced by mentors, jobs, and insurance companies. Concerns with implementation included feasibility, privacy, novice knowledge, and end-user experience. Perceived benefits included connecting with other health care providers, quicker determination of a care plan, and improved access to health care.  

Conclusions:

Numerous benefits of telemedicine use were identified, including access to and coordination of care, whereas feasibility and patient experience were concerns. The perception that athletic trainers are novice in their education and experience with telemedicine demonstrates the need for future investigations to examine the prevalence of formal educational opportunities.

Journal Title

Athletic Training & Sports Health Care

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