Digital Neurorehabilitation for Public Tenders and Contracts: Technical Requirements and Practical Solutions
Introduction
Digital neurorehabilitation has become a key component in public tenders and contracts, particularly in hospitals, neurorehabilitation clinics, and advanced rehabilitation centers. The new technical specifications issued by the autonomous communities set forth specific requirements for digital rehabilitation that many private centers and hospitals must meet in order to qualify for contracts to provide neurorehabilitation services.
A recent example is the DOC20181119111824 tender document published by the Regional Ministry of Health of the Valencian Community, which outlines specific requirements for digital neurorehabilitation for centers wishing to participate in the procurement process.
What are the technical requirements for digital neurorehabilitation?
Current tenders evaluate not only clinical outcomes but also demonstrable technical capabilities. Facilities must demonstrate that they offer immersive virtual rehabilitation under professional clinical supervision, validated electronic devices for cognitive and motor rehabilitation, and an integrated multidisciplinary model that includes physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and neuropsychology.
In addition, complete documentation and traceability of therapy sessions are required, along with an evaluable program structure that allows for longitudinal follow-up of patients. These requirements address the need to ensure the quality of care and facilitate the oversight and auditing of contracted services.
Digital cognitive rehabilitation and the use of electronic devices
Digital cognitive rehabilitation is a standard component of today’s neurorehabilitation programs. The use of electronic devices for cognitive rehabilitation allows for the training of functions such as:
- Attention
- Memory
- Executive functions
- Visuospatial skills
These devices are integrated into supervised treatment plans, complementing the work of the neuropsychologist and the rest of the clinical team.
Rehametrics is a comprehensive digital neurorehabilitation platform that meets the standard technical requirements for public procurement. More than 100 hospitals and 450 centers are already using it in compliance with public healthcare procurement requirements. The platform offers a comprehensive solution ranging from the initial patient assessment to monitoring their progress, incorporating evidence-based therapeutic exercises and objective progress metrics, and its modular design allows it to adapt to different clinical settings.
Physical rehabilitation using motion sensors
The first module enables physical rehabilitation through functional exercises designed to promote motor recovery. The physical therapist supervises the treatment in real time, while the system automatically records all completed sessions. This feature facilitates the documentation of care activities and the objective monitoring of each patient.
Immersive virtual rehabilitation using virtual reality
The second module integrates virtual reality headsets with validated clinical software for functional intervention in movement and cognition. Unlike purely recreational solutions, this component is designed for clinical use with a clear indication and professional supervision.
Digital cognitive rehabilitation
The third module uses electronic devices (tablets or PCs) supervised by a professional to address attention, memory, executive functions, and visuospatial skills. The programs can be customized to each patient’s profile, while maintaining clinical oversight of the therapeutic process at all times.
The three modules are integrated into a single multidisciplinary care model, facilitating coordination among physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and neuropsychology within a structured and assessable program.
A multidisciplinary approach through three treatment modules
Address physical, cognitive, and occupational rehabilitation from a single, integrated solution.
The modules can be used independently or simultaneously by different professionals.
Digital support for neurological physiotherapy
With motion sensor
Functional exercises oriented toward movement recovery.
Virtual rehabilitation as a therapeutic support tool
With virtual reality headsets
Functional intervention targeting motor and cognitive recovery
Supervised digital cognitive rehabilitation
With tablet or PC
Clinician-adapted digital cognitive rehabilitation programs for use in clinical settings.
Clinical documentation and coordination of the treatment team
Current technical specifications require the ability to monitor and objectively evaluate the therapeutic process, not just the availability of technology. This requirement, which is included in most public health procurement specifications, calls for systems that clearly and audibly document every intervention performed.
Rehametrics provides automatic logging of all completed sessions, longitudinal tracking per patient, objective data for reporting and audits, and full traceability of the care process. Each exercise performed is documented with quantifiable metrics (reaction times, range of motion, success rates) that allow for an objective assessment of the patient’s progress.
Does your facility need to build technical expertise in digital neurorehabilitation?
Many facilities ask us how to demonstrate technical expertise in neurorehabilitation to meet the requirements of the new bid specifications. We understand that evaluating technical providers within tight deadlines can be challenging, especially when the specifications require proof of specific digital rehabilitation capabilities.
Rehametrics offers a ready-to-deploy solution that can be up and running in a matter of days. We can show you exactly how to meet the specific requirements of the RFP, what technical documentation you need to include in your proposal, and implementation case studies from hospitals with similar public contracts. The platform includes all necessary documentation: a catalog of scientifically validated exercises, objective measurement systems, integration capabilities with electronic health records, and verifiable references from over 100 hospitals.
We organize customized 20-minute demonstrations tailored to the specific needs of your facility and the requirements of the bid you are submitting. You can request your demonstration with just one click:
Digital neurorehabilitation is no longer merely a technological option, but a structural requirement in today’s public tenders and contracts. Current tender documents, such as the one we have analyzed for the Valencian Community, make it clear that simply offering technology is not enough: one must demonstrate the ability to conduct objective evaluations, longitudinal monitoring, full traceability, and auditable reporting.