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A Survey of Suctioning Practices among Physical Therapists, Respiratory Therapists and Nurses

Canadian Respiratory Journal, 1999
OBJECTIVE: To assess the current tracheal and oropharyngeal suctioning practice variability within and among the professions of physical therapy, respiratory therapy and nursing.
Dina Brooks, Sherra Solway, Ian Graham, Laurie Downes, Margaret Carter   +4 more
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Development of a new scale for the measurement of interprofessional collaboration among occupational therapists, physical therapists and speech-language therapists

Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2022
Background/Objective The purpose of this study is to develop and validate an instrument to assess interprofessional collaboration by occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech-language therapists.
Kohei Ikeda, Satoshi Sasada
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The Needs and Experiences of Patients on Pain Education and the Clinical Reasoning of Physical Therapists Regarding Cancer-Related Pain. A Qualitative Study

Frontiers in Pain Research, 2021
Objective: This study offers direction for interaction between physical therapists and patients about cancer-related pain during physical training. The study may increase awareness of rehabilitation strategies for cancer-related pain during and after ...
Tessa Eisen, Eline Menje Kooijstra, Ruud Groeneweg, Michelle Verseveld, Janine Hidding   +4 more
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Manifestation of Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Its Association With Somatic Symptoms Among Occupational and Physical Therapists During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Frontiers in Public Health, 2022
PurposeThe purpose of the study was to examine the level of generalized anxiety disorder among occupational and physical therapists during treatment sessions and its association with somatic symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic.MethodsA descriptive ...
Musaed Z. Alnaser, Naser Alotaibi, Mohammed Sh. Nadar, Fahad Manee, Hesham N. Alrowayeh   +4 more
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Do As I Do: Exercise Habits of Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, and Student Physical Therapists [PDF]

Physical Therapy, 2010
BackgroundPhysical therapy practitioners are among the many health care professionals who can counsel their patients to address the public health care concern of physical inactivity. Health care providers who are physically active themselves are more likely to counsel patients on the benefits of activity.ObjectiveThe purposes of this study were: (1) to
Julia, Chevan, Esther M, Haskvitz
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Working environment, work engagement and mental health problems among occupational and physical therapists

Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2022
Background Working environment, work engagement and health among occupational and physical therapists in Norway have rarely been investigated. Objectives (1) To compare the psychosocial working environment, work engagement and mental health problems of ...
Steffen Torp, Linn Therese Jacobsen Bergheim   +1 more
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Case Studies in Physical Therapy: Transitioning a "Hands-On" Approach into a Virtual Platform

International Journal of Telerehabilitation, 2018
Technology is expanding at an unprecedented rate. Because patients value the speed and convenience of the internet, there is an increasing demand for telemedicine.  Practitioners must therefore adapt their clinical skills to evolving online technologies.
Aideen Turner
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Analysis of the impact of age and work experience on palpatory skills of visually impaired and sighted massage therapists

Rehabilitacja Medyczna, 2019
Introduction: Palpation is a basic diagnostic tool. However, difficulties in obtaining unambiguous results make it less reliable. Questions about the reliability of palpation are still valid.
Marcin Piwecki , Renata Woźniacka
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Perceived Application and Barriers for Gait Assessment in Physical Therapy Practice in Saudi Arabia

Life, 2022
Introduction: Gait is a major function of independence that determines the quality of life, participation, and restriction. Gait assessment in physical therapy practice is fundamental for assessing musculoskeletal conditions.
Salhah Hobani, Anas Mohammed Alhakami, Shadab Uddin, Fuzail Ahmad, Hana Alsobayel   +4 more
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An asynchronous online LGBT+ cultural competency training for physical therapists [PDF]

, 2022
Research suggests that physical therapists lack knowledge, awareness, and clinical preparedness to engage with LGBT+ populations in clinical settings and that LGBT+ patients report difficulty engaging in physical therapy and fear of discrimination.
Condran, Chris W., NC DOCKS at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro   +1 more
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