3. Artificial Intelligence in Physiotherapy
AI is quietly revolutionising clinical decision-making. Machine learning systems can now analyse patient data and recommend diagnoses, suggest differential diagnoses, and provided customised exercise programs based on recovery patterns. Some advanced systems use computer vision a form of AI that tracks movement via smartphone cameras to assess form, accuracy, and progress without additional hardware.
How will The Physio Centre be using AI:
• AI-driven gait analysis for post-injury runners
• Intelligent exercise-tracking apps that adjust difficulty based on performance
• Predictive analytics for chronic pain and posture assessment AI doesn’t replace physiotherapists. It enhances their precision, allowing for more personalised and data-driven treatment.
4. Virtual Reality (VR) and Gamified Recovery
Rehabilitation can be repetitive, but VR and gamification are making it fun. Interactive platforms place patients in virtual environments where movement becomes part of a “game”, from reaching virtual targets to walking on digital landscapes.
Benefits:
• Increased patient engagement
• Improved neuroplasticity for stroke or neurological rehab
• Enhanced motivation, especially for children and older adults
We haven’t implemented VR software or hardware into The Physio Centre as yet, but we are using early stage VR for balance rehab, to trick the visual system and challenge the body to recover.
