scholarly journals The Development of an Instrument to Measure Satisfaction With Physical Therapy

2000 ◽  
Vol 80 (9) ◽  
pp. 853-863 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marc S Goldstein ◽  
Steven D Elliott ◽  
Andrew A Guccione
Keyword(s):  
Patient Satisfaction ◽  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Psychometric Analysis ◽  
Different Types ◽  
To Receive ◽  
Therapy Intervention ◽  
Physical Therapy Intervention

Abstract Background and Purpose. Patient satisfaction continues to receive attention as a measure of the outcome of physical therapy intervention. However, a great deal more attention has been paid to the topic outside of, rather than within, physical therapy. This article describes the development of an instrument that measures patient satisfaction among physical therapists' patients and clients. Method. A 26-item instrument designed to measure the domains of patient satisfaction among patients was developed by the authors in preparation for this study and field tested on patients from several sites comprising a large clinical operation. Descriptive statistics and estimates of reliability of measurements obtained with the instrument were computed. Reliability and validity were assessed. A total of 289 individuals completed the instrument. Results. The coefficient for reliability (Cronbach alpha=.99) obtained for the instrument was clearly within a desired range. Different types of validity were established as well. Conclusion and Discussion. Instruments typically used by physical therapists to measure patient satisfaction have undergone little psychometric analysis. This instrument appears to meet the criteria required to make it a useful tool for measuring patient satisfaction.

scholarly journals Physical Therapy Intervention for People With Huntington Disease

2008 ◽  
Vol 88 (7) ◽  
pp. 820-831 ◽  
Author(s):  
Monica E Busse ◽  
Hanan Khalil ◽  
Lori Quinn ◽  
Anne E Rosser
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Huntington Disease ◽  
Clinical Decision Making ◽  
Clinical Symptoms ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Physical Therapist ◽  
Clinical Care ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Therapy Intervention ◽  
Physical Therapy Intervention

Background and PurposeThe clinical symptoms of Huntington disease (HD) include progressive movement disorders, cognitive deficits, and behavioral changes, all of which affect an individual's ability to participate in activities of daily living. To date, very few quantitative or qualitative studies have been conducted to guide physical therapists working with people with HD. The objective of this study was to characterize current physical therapist practice for people with HD, thus informing the development of standardized clinical care and future research studies.Subjects and MethodsConsultation with physical therapists working with people with HD was undertaken in the form of mailed questionnaires (n=49) and semistructured interviews (n=8). The development of the interview schedule was aided by consideration of the data obtained from the questionnaires. Themes identified from the interviews were considered in light of published literature and questionnaire responses.ResultsThe main issues that emerged from the interviews were classified into 3 subthemes: (1) there is insufficient use of routine physical therapy–related outcome measures at different stages of HD, (2) there is underutilization of physical therapy services in managing HD (particularly in the early stages), and (3) the management of falls and mobility deficit progression is a key treatment aim for people with HD.Discussion and ConclusionA conceptual framework for physical therapy intervention in HD was developed on the basis of the themes that emerged from the data in this study. Such a framework has utility for complex, progressive conditions such as HD and may facilitate clinical decision making and standardization of practice and affect the development of future physical therapy trials.

scholarly journals Early physical therapy intervention in gynaecological surgery: “Case series”

2018 ◽  
Vol 52 ◽  
pp. 95-102
Author(s):  
Ébe dos Santos Monteiro Carbone ◽  
Mayara Ronzini Takaki ◽  
Maria Gabriela Baumgarten Kuster Uyeda ◽  
Marair Gracio Ferreira Sartori
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Gynaecological Surgery ◽  
Early Physical Therapy ◽  
Therapy Intervention ◽  
Physical Therapy Intervention

scholarly journals Patient Participation in Physical Therapy Goal Setting

2001 ◽  
Vol 81 (5) ◽  
pp. 1118-1126 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan M Baker ◽  
Helen H Marshak ◽  
Gail T Rice ◽  
Grenith J Zimmerman
Keyword(s):  
Patient Satisfaction ◽  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Goal Setting ◽  
Patient Participation ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Physical Therapist ◽  
Assessment Instrument ◽  
Initial Examination ◽  
Goals And Objectives

Abstract Background and Purpose. An important part of treatment planning in physical therapy is effective goal setting. The Guide to Physical Therapist Practice recommends that therapists should identify the patient's goals and objectives during the initial examination in order to maximize outcomes. The purpose of this study was to examine whether therapists seek to involve patients in goal setting and, if so, what methods they use. Therapists' attitudes toward participation and patient satisfaction with the examination were also examined. Subjects and Methods. Twenty-two physical therapists audiotaped the initial examination of 73 elderly patients (X̄=76.4 years of age, SD=7.1, range=65–94). The audiotaped examinations were then scored using the Participation Method Assessment Instrument (PMAI) to determine the frequency of attempts made by therapists to involve patients in goal setting. Therapists and patients completed surveys following the examinations. Results. Therapists' use of participation methods during examinations ranged from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 19 out of 21 possible items on the PMAI. The therapists stated that they believed that it is important to include patients in goal-setting activities and that outcomes will be improved if patients participate. Patients also indicated that participation is important to them. Discussion and Conclusion. In most cases, the therapists did not fully take advantage of the potential for patient participation in goal setting. Patient and therapist education is needed regarding methods for patient participation during initial goal-setting activities.

PHYSICAL THERAPY INTERVENTION FOR PATIENT WITH EAST SYNDROME- A CASE STUDY.

2021 ◽  
pp. 74-77
Author(s):  
Kinjal Bagthariya(M.P.T)
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Motor Function ◽  
Motor Performance ◽  
Treatment Approach ◽  
Sensorineural Deafness ◽  
Gross Motor ◽  
East Syndrome ◽  
Therapy Intervention ◽  
Physical Therapy Intervention

EAST syndrome is autosomal recessive disorder due to mutations in gene KCNJ10, a gene encoding a potassium channel expressed in the brain, eye, ear and kidney. It is characterized by four cardinal features; Epilepsy, Ataxia, Sensorineural deafness, and renal salt-wasting Tubulopathy, thus the acronym EAST syndrome. It was rst described as a distinct clinical entity in 2009 by Bockenhauer and scholl, who named this condition EAST syndrome and SeSAME syndrome for Seizures, Sensorineural deafness, Ataxia, Mental retardation and Electrolyte imbalance respectively. Neurodevelopmental delay is evident in most patients with EAST syndrome that were old enough to be assessed; Thus, physiotherapy intervention also plays a vital role in EAST syndrome along with medical management. From physiotherapy perspective; symptomatic management to Improve overall health, wellbeing and motor control becomes ultimate goal in the patient with EAST syndrome. As there is no specic physical therapy treatment approach and no specic tool to evaluate function for children with EAST syndrome; for clinically presented delay development and ataxia, Neurodevelopment therapy (NDT) was utilized as treatment approach and Gross motor function measure (GMFM) & Gross motor performance measure (GMPM) were utilized for assessment in this case study to track progress on follow ups. Result showed marked improvement in GMFM and GMPM scores at follow ups and concluded that Physical therapy intervention improves the gross motor function as well as gross motor performance in patient with EAST syndrome.

scholarly journals An Analysis of the Relationship Between the Utilization of Physical Therapy Services and Outcomes of Care for Patients After Total Hip Arthroplasty

2000 ◽  
Vol 80 (5) ◽  
pp. 448-458 ◽  
Author(s):  
Janet K Freburger
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Cost Of Care ◽  
Total Cost ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Outcomes Of Care ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Therapy Intervention ◽  
Physical Therapy Intervention

Abstract Background and Purpose. The effect of physical therapy intervention on the outcomes of care for patients treated in acute care hospitals has not been widely studied. This study examined the relationship between physical therapy utilization and outcomes of care for patients following total hip arthroplasty. Subjects. The sample consisted of 7,495 patients treated in US academic health center hospitals in 1996 who survived their inpatient stay and received physical therapy interventions. Methods. The primary data source was the University HealthSystem Consortium Clinical Data Base. Physical therapy use was assessed by examining physical therapy charges. Outcomes of care were assessed in terms of the total cost of care (ie, whether the care was more costly or less costly than expected, taking into account patient characteristics) and in terms of discharge destination (ie, whether the patient was discharged home or elsewhere). Regression analyses were conducted to examine the relationship between physical therapy use and outcomes. Results. Physical therapy intervention was directly related to a total cost of care that was less than expected and to an increased probability of discharge home. Conclusion and Discussion. The results of this study provide preliminary evidence to support the use of physical therapy intervention in the acute care of patients following total hip arthroplasty and indicate the need for further study of this topic.

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