scholarly journals Factors Associated With Physical Therapy Services Received for Individuals With Cerebral Palsy in an Outpatient Pediatric Medical Setting

2012 ◽  
Vol 92 (11) ◽  
pp. 1411-1418 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amy F. Bailes ◽  
Paul Succop
Keyword(s):  
Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Physical Therapy ◽  
The United States ◽  
Medical Setting ◽  
Limited Information ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Therapy Services ◽  
Gmfcs Level ◽  
Physical Therapy Services

Background Limited information is available regarding physical therapy use for individuals with cerebral palsy (CP). Objectives The purpose of this study was to evaluate the association of Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) level, age, race, sex, and type of insurance with the total physical therapy units received over a 1-year period for individuals with CP in this outpatient pediatric medical setting. Design This was a cross-sectional study. Methods Four hundred twenty-five individuals with CP (GMFCS level I, 36%; level II, 15%; level III, 13%; level IV, 19%; and level V, 17%) were identified retrospectively through their electronic medical records. A one-way analyses of variance (ANOVA) was performed for each explanatory variable followed by a multiway ANOVA that adjusted for other variables to find the best model to explain total physical therapy units received. Results A significant difference in total therapy units received was found among GMFCS levels (F=6.91; df=4,420; P<.001), age groups (F=4.76; df=3,421; P=.028), and type of insurance (F=8.09; df=2,422; P=.004). No significant difference in physical therapy received was found for the factors of sex and race. The final multifactorial model indicates a significant main effect of insurance and a GMFCS by age interaction accounting for 19% of the variability (F=4.45; df=21,403; P<.001). Limitations This study is cross-sectional and examines physical therapy services received in a pediatric medical setting in 1 geographic region of the United States. Conclusions The results of this study provide insight into how therapy received varies for individuals with CP. Future studies should evaluate additional variables that may affect physical therapy services received.

scholarly journals Level of Knowledge in Physical Therapy of Tunisian Physical Education Teachers

2021 ◽  
pp. 160-166
Author(s):  
Aymen Hawani ◽  
Anis ben Chikha ◽  
Ghazwa ben Maaouia
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Significant Proportion ◽  
Selection Criterion ◽  
Final Analysis ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Physical Education Teachers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Therapy Services ◽  
Physical Therapy Services

Physical Therapy is a profession that helps to restore movement and function following an injury or illness. This study sought to identify the physical therapy knowledge of physical education teachers in Tunisia. This study is a cross-sectional study conducted on several physical education teachers in Tunisia. Participants were given the questionnaire through google forms, and they were all advised to fill it up. A predetermined selection criterion was used to select the participants. Out of 250 volunteers chosen for the study, only 152 questionnaires were selected for the final analysis. A self-administer questionnaire was developed, which includes two parts. Part I collects the demographical data, and part II contains the Knowledge of Physical Therapy. The consent form is attached with the questionnaire, and those who gave consent to use the data were included in the analysis. Collected data were analyzed using SPSS 20.0. With the alpha set for significance at <0.05. Overall, it was identified that 84% of the physical education teachers have good knowledge about Physical Therapy services. This study concluded that a more significant proportion of the physical education teachers have a good understanding of physical therapy services provided to the sports personnel in Tunisia. They have good knowledge of physical therapy techniques and services provided, and they also have good knowledge of their role in on-field and off-field management.

Use of real-time videoconferencing to deliver physical therapy services: A scoping review of published and emerging evidence

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (10) ◽  
pp. 581-589 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie Horsley ◽  
Gunnar Schock ◽  
Stacey L Grona ◽  
Kara Montieth ◽  
Bryttnee Mowat ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Real Time ◽  
English Language ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Therapy Assessment ◽  
Process Outcomes ◽  
Study Characteristics ◽  
Therapy Services ◽  
Videoconferencing Technology ◽  
Physical Therapy Services

Introduction Telehealth may be a viable means to deliver physical therapy services across a range of practice settings and health conditions; however, there is limited uptake of telehealth in clinical practice. The purpose of this study is to examine and describe trends, gaps and opportunities in published and emerging evidence regarding the use of real-time videoconferencing to deliver physical therapy services. Methods Four databases and three trial registries were searched using terms for physical therapy and telehealth. Inclusion criteria were primary studies, systematic reviews and published trial registries that had the following features: physical therapy assessment and/or treatment, real-time videoconferencing and English language. Title/abstract, full text screening and data extraction were completed by pairs of independent reviewers. Descriptive statistics stratified by published research and trial registry records were used to summarize study characteristics. Results A total of 100 studies (80 published and 20 trial registries) were included. Australia, Canada and the US have the highest proportion of published and emerging research (63%). The majority of conditions studied were musculoskeletal (42%). Computers were the most common videoconferencing technology used (31%) and only 14% of studies reported using a secure platform. The majority of studies examined health outcomes (64%) and process outcomes (65%), while only 32% reported system outcomes. Discussion Research in the field of telehealth and physical therapy is growing and becoming increasingly diverse with the advancements in technology.

Nurses' Perspectives of the Need for Physical Therapy Services During an Acute Postpartum Stay

2021 ◽  
Vol Publish Ahead of Print ◽  
Author(s):  
Kate Divine ◽  
Paige Duvall ◽  
Lenzie Weicht ◽  
Karen Abraham
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Therapy Services ◽  
Physical Therapy Services

Psychometric evaluation of the Hopkins Rehabilitation Engagement Rating Scale in postacute physical therapy services.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julija Stelmokas ◽  
Amber D. Rochette ◽  
Robert J. Spencer ◽  
Lisa Manderino ◽  
Alexandra Sciaky ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Psychometric Evaluation ◽  
Therapy Services ◽  
Physical Therapy Services
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