O-223 MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS (MSDS) AMONG PHYSIOTHERAPISTS: A STUDY OF 9 CASES
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DOI: 10.1093/occmed/kqae023.1020
Abstract: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) represent a common occupational health issue among physiotherapists. The aim of this study is to characterize MSDs, identify the most frequent types, and demonstrate the importance of medical monitoring for these workers.… read more here.
Keywords: among physiotherapists; musculoskeletal disorders; medicine; disorders msds ... See more keywords
Agreement among physiotherapists in assessing patient performance of exercises for low-back pain
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DOI: 10.1186/s12891-018-2173-9
Abstract: BackgroundThere is no agreement for the performance assessment of patients who practice exercises.. (2 points to withdraw) This assessment is currently left to the physiotherapist’s personal judgement. We studied the agreement among physiotherapists in rating patient… read more here.
Keywords: agreement; among physiotherapists; performance exercises; performance ... See more keywords
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders among jordanian physiotherapists: Prevalence and risk factors.
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DOI: 10.3233/wor-210805
Abstract: BACKGROUND Musculoskeletal complaints associated with work are common health problems among physiotherapists due overload exposure and unsuitable postures. OBJECTIVE To assess work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) among Jordanian physiotherapists and investigate the factors that might increase… read more here.
Keywords: among physiotherapists; among jordanian; related musculoskeletal; musculoskeletal disorders ... See more keywords
Increased prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among physiotherapists during the COVID-19 pandemic: A Commentary.
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DOI: 10.3233/wor-220061
Abstract: BACKGROUND COVID-19 is an exceptionally infectious virus that contaminates various systems and increases the demands on physiotherapists in the management of patients. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this commentary was to describe the impact of the… read more here.
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Ergonomic risk assessment during massage among physiotherapists: Introduction of generic postures notion.
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DOI: 10.3233/wor-220192
Abstract: BACKGROUND Musculoskeletal disorders are prevalent among physiotherapists. They perform many repetitive tasks in awkward postures that require a high muscle load. This issue was often addressed through subjective analysis (questionnaire) but rarely using postural evaluation… read more here.
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Current Practice Patterns in the Management of Bell's Palsy Among Physiotherapists of Sargodha, Pakistan
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DOI: 10.32598/irj.22.4.1841.2
Abstract: Objectives: We intend to find out current practice patterns in managing Bell’s palsy among the physiotherapists of Sargodha, Pakistan. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from May to August 2022. Data were obtained from 50… read more here.
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Knowledge, Attitude and Implementation of Evidence-Based Practice among Physiotherapists Working in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Survey
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DOI: 10.3390/healthcare8030354
Abstract: The current study aimed to investigate knowledge, attitudes, and implementation of evidence-based practice among physiotherapists working in Saudi Arabia. A sample of physiotherapists working in various outpatient settings in Saudi Arabia participated in this survey.… read more here.
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Evaluating the knowledge, practice and experience about management of Parkinson’s Disease among physiotherapists in Ghana: a cross-sectional survey
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DOI: 10.4314/ahs.v24i2.45
Abstract: Background: Parkinson’s disease (PD) presents with numerous functional disabilities which require specific expertise for effective management. Objective: To describe the level of PD-specific expertise among physiotherapists (PTs) in Ghana and establish the association between the… read more here.
Keywords: among physiotherapists; knowledge; practice; management ... See more keywords