scholarly journals EXPLORING THE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY KNOWLEDGE AND PROMOTION AMONG PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 19-25
Author(s):  
Naveed Qamar
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Sports Medicine ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Physical Therapist ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Primary Concern ◽  
Dominant Group ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physical Activity Guidelines

BACKGROUND AND AIMS Globally physical inactivity is recognized as a primary concern and one of the major risk factor associated with long term disability. Health professionals are expected to promote active lifestyle but are neglecting it. Therefore it is essential to explore the knowledge of physical therapist regarding activity and promotion. METHODOLOGY A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 153 physical therapist at different tertiary care hospitals of Karachi where dominant group was females (n=102). A self-administered questionnaire was distributed through convenience sampling after obtaining consent to evaluate their knowledge regarding physical activity recommendation by American College of Sports Medicine and there awareness among their patients. RESULTS Only 8.5% of physiotherapists correctly answered all three questions regarding Physical activity; guidelines. Promoting physical activity through their practice, only 54% of PT initiate conversation, 28% formally assess their patients, while brief intervention was given by only 31%. CONCLUSION It was concluded that knowledge regarding PA was compromised; with a lack of awareness about recommended guidelines for physical activity was also found.

scholarly journals Physical Activity Promotion in the Physical Therapy Setting: Perspectives From Practitioners and Students

2010 ◽  
Vol 90 (9) ◽  
pp. 1311-1322 ◽  
Author(s):  
Debra Shirley ◽  
Hidde P. van der Ploeg ◽  
Adrian E. Bauman
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Physical Therapist ◽  
Physical Activity Promotion ◽  
Active Lifestyle ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Counseling Practice ◽  
Activity Promotion ◽  
Physical Therapist Students

Background Physical inactivity is a major risk factor for chronic disease. Primary health care practitioners are well placed to promote a physically active lifestyle. The perceptions and practice of physical therapists on their role in physical activity promotion are not well known. Objective The objective of this study was to determine the knowledge, confidence, role perception, barriers, feasibility, and counseling practice of physical therapists and physical therapist students regarding the promotion of nontreatment physical activity for better health. Design A cross-sectional survey was conducted. Methods In 2008, 321 (54%) of a random sample of all physical therapists registered in New South Wales, Australia, responded to a survey on their knowledge, confidence, role perception, barriers, feasibility, and counseling practice with regard to promoting a physically active lifestyles to their patients. Physical therapist students (n=279) completed the same survey but without the questions on barriers and counseling practice. Results Physical therapists and physical therapist students consider that it is part of their role to give their patients nontreatment physical activity advice. Overall, they reported having adequate knowledge and skills to undertake this role. Incorporating advice into normal consultations is deemed the most feasible form of lifestyle physical activity promotion in physical therapist practice. Limitations The cross-sectional nature of this study makes it difficult to determine cause and effect relationships. Some selection bias may have occurred, as the physical therapists who completed the questionnaires may have been those most interested in physical activity promotion. Conclusions Physical therapist practice appears to be an excellent avenue for promoting a physically active lifestyle and could potentially play an important public health role.

scholarly journals PHYSICAL THERAPY;

2013 ◽  
Vol 20 (06) ◽  
pp. 948-950
Author(s):  
MARIA KHALID ◽  
ARSHAD NAWAZ MALIK ◽  
ASGHAR KHAN
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Essential Role ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Physical Therapist ◽  
Medical Community ◽  
Medical Professionals ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

The purpose of study: Physical therapy is a renowned developing profession and improves not only the functional statusbut also enhance the quality of life in movement disorder population. The main purpose of this study was to find out the level of awarenessabout physical therapy in medical professionals. Methodology: A descriptive Cross sectional Survey was done with a sample of 100. Astructured questionnaire was developed for data collection from hospitals of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The data was collected from July2010 to December 2010. The response was analyzed through SPSS-17. Results: The results show that 90% of medical communityknows about physical therapy as a specialty in medical sciences, refer their patients to the physical therapist, physical therapy isbeneficial for their patients, and physical therapy has an essential role in health care system. The medical community refers their patientsto the physical therapy for the management of musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and cardiopulmonary conditions more commonly.Conclusions: Physical therapy is an emerging specialty of medical sciences in Pakistan. Physical Therapists are not

scholarly journals Sports Bra Preferences by Age and Impact of Breast Size on Physical Activity among American Females

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (23) ◽  
pp. 12732
Author(s):  
Katherine H. Rizzone ◽  
Bianca Edison ◽  
Nailah Coleman ◽  
Cordelia Carter ◽  
Ingrid Ichesco ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Sports Medicine ◽  
Gender Disparity ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Breast Size ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Young Females ◽  
Important Barrier

For many females, sports bras are an essential piece of equipment for participation in sports and physical activity. Breast pain or discomfort from lack of support may be a contributing factor to the noted gender disparity in physical activity of females compared to males. Our objective was to evaluate sports bra usage and characterize sports bra preferences of an active female cohort. This multicenter cross-sectional survey study was conducted at five geographically distinct academic centers. Our measure was administered during outpatient sports medicine clinic visits to females aged 11–64 years old. Chi-square tests were used to compare characteristics across subgroups. Our analysis consisted of 438 respondents, with a mean age of 22 ± 12.2 years. More than a quarter (27.4%) reported lack of breast support prevented them from being active or exercising. Age (p = 0.03), breast size (p < 0.0001), and household income (p = 0.01) were significantly associated with greater frequency of physical activity being limited by lack of breast support. Lack of breast support may be an important barrier for young females of specific populations to meeting physical activity recommendations. Further research is needed to improve the understanding of this important piece of sporting equipment for women.

scholarly journals BARRIERS TO EARLY MOBILIZATION IN CRITICAL CARE SETTINGS - A PERCEPTION BASED SURVEY AMONG PHYSICAL THERAPIST

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-47
Author(s):  
Saima Ali ◽  
Muhammad Ather Hashmi
Keyword(s):  
Critical Care ◽  
Care Setting ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Physical Therapist ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Early Mobilization ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Tertiary Care Hospitals ◽  
Self Administered Questionnaire

BACKGROUND AND AIM Early mobilization practices in critical care settings are safe, efficacious and evidently proven treatment to reduce morbidity as well as mortality. Inactivity adversely affects pulmonary and cardiovascular systems. Despite of widely available evidences, barriers to early mobilization still exist in critical care settings. Hence the present study aims to identify the barriers related to early mobilization perceived by physiotherapist in critical care settings. METHOD A cross-sectional survey among 99 physiotherapists working in a critical care setting of different tertiary care hospitals of Karachi, Pakistan was conducted in which a self-administered questionnaire related to perceived barriers for early mobilization was introduced. RESULTS The descriptive statistics revealed that 87% of physician requisition is required for mobilization, 74% response rate was received by PT for unawareness to identify the suitable patient for early mobilization, and 68% showed lack of staffing resources. 56% response rate was received regarding requirement of adequate training to facilitate early mobilization. Moreover, lack of decision making and safety concerns were 68% respectively.

scholarly journals LEVEL OF SATISFACTION OF PHYSIOTHERAPISTS WITH REGARDS TO THEIR PROFESSION

2013 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 27-31
Author(s):  
Rabia Usman ◽  
Fariha Nafees ◽  
Sumaira Imran Farooqui ◽  
Nabiha Mujahid Faruq
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Working Conditions ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Tertiary Care Hospitals

The aim of this study was to investigate the level of satisfaction among physiotherapist with regards to their profession A cross sectional survey was conducted. The data was collected from 450 physical therapists with recognized degrees of BPT, PPDPT, and Masters in Physical Therapy. Data was collected from 5 tertiary care hospitals, 6 clinics and privately practicing Physiotherapists in Karachi. The results shows that 70% physiotherapist somewhat satisfied with their general working conditions. When assessed the barriers face during the job with respect to gender it was observed that neutral responses were reported. The finding shows that the physiotherapists are moderately satisfied with th

scholarly journals Personal Health Behaviors and Role-Modeling Attitudes of Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Students: A Cross-Sectional Study

2012 ◽  
Vol 92 (11) ◽  
pp. 1419-1436 ◽  
Author(s):  
Beth Black ◽  
Beth C. Marcoux ◽  
Christine Stiller ◽  
Xianggui Qu ◽  
Ronald Gellish
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Physical Therapist ◽  
Role Modeling ◽  
Healthy Weight ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physical Therapist Students ◽  
And Behaviors

BackgroundPhysical therapists have been encouraged to engage in health promotion practice. Health professionals who engage in healthy behaviors themselves are more apt to recommend those behaviors, and patients are more motivated to change their behaviors when their health care provider is a credible role model.ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to describe the health behaviors and role-modeling attitudes of physical therapists and physical therapist students.DesignThis study was a descriptive cross-sectional survey.MethodsA national sample of 405 physical therapists and 329 physical therapist students participated in the survey. Participants' attitudes toward role modeling and behaviors related to physical activity, fruit and vegetable consumption, abstention from smoking, and maintenance of a healthy weight were measured. Wilcoxon rank sum tests were used to examine differences in attitudes and behaviors between physical therapists and physical therapist students.ResultsA majority of the participants reported that they engage in regular physical activity (80.8%), eat fruits and vegetables (60.3%), do not smoke (99.4%), and maintain a healthy weight (78.7%). Although there were no differences in behaviors, physical therapist students were more likely to believe that role modeling is a powerful teaching tool, physical therapist professionals should “practice what they preach,” physical activity is a desirable behavior, and physical therapist professionals should be role models for nonsmoking and maintaining a healthy weight.LimitationsLimitations of this study include the potential for response bias and social desirability bias.ConclusionsPhysical therapists and physical therapist students engage in health-promoting behaviors at similarly high rates but differ in role-modeling attitudes.

scholarly journals Characteristics of US-Licensed Foreign-Educated Physical Therapists

2016 ◽  
Vol 96 (3) ◽  
pp. 293-304 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark W. Cornwall ◽  
Mary T. Keehn ◽  
Mark Lane
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Physical Therapist ◽  
Skilled Nursing Facility ◽  
Care Facility ◽  
The United States ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Term Care

Background Foreign-educated physical therapists are often viewed as one possible solution to the current shortage of physical therapists, yet there is very little research regarding these individuals. Objective The purpose of this study was to describe those physical therapists who are licensed in the United States but who were educated in another country. This description includes their country of education, their employment patterns, and the reasons they decided to emigrate and work as a physical therapist in the United States. Design A cross-sectional survey was conducted. Methods An electronic survey was sent to all physical therapists currently licensed in the United States who had been educated in another country. Those who had been licensed within the last 5 years are reported. Results The results of the survey indicated that the typical foreign-educated physical therapist is female, aged 32.2 years, and was born and trained in either the Philippines or India. A majority of foreign-educated physical therapists obtained their first license in New York, Michigan, Illinois, Texas, or Florida. The most common reasons cited as to why a particular jurisdiction was chosen for initial employment were “recruiter recommendation,” “family, spouse, partner, or friends,” “ease of the licensure process,” and “ability to secure a visa sponsor.” A majority of foreign-educated physical therapists in this study initially worked in a skilled nursing facility, a long-term care or extended care facility, or a home health setting. Limitations Only those foreign-educated physical therapists licensed within the last 5 years are reported. Conclusions This study is the first to report on foreign-educated physical therapists in the United States. The findings of this study will provide important and useful information to others dealing with physical therapy professional and workforce issues.

scholarly journals Levels of job satisfaction among physical therapists working in public and private sectors of Peshawar

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-23
Author(s):  
Humam Khalil ◽  
Madiha Anees ◽  
Rida Shabbir
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Physical Therapist ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Total Satisfaction

Introduction: Job satisfaction is progressive emotional response and attitudes of people towards their work. It is the result of multidimensional factors included working conditions. Important predictors of satisfaction with one's job are said to be the power and confidence in leadership in department, interpersonal relationships with supervisors and co-workers, skill or career development opportunities and time for professional development and fair salary status compared to peers having same experience and practical skills. Therefore, the objective of this study was to determine the Job satisfaction among physical therapists working in public and private sectors of Peshawar. Material & Methods: This cross-sectional survey was conducted on 100 physical therapists working in Public and Private physical therapy departments of Peshawar. Duration of study was 4 months (Oct-18 to Jan-19). Data was collected through job satisfaction survey questionnaire from 14 institutes. Those participants who fulfilled the inclusion criteria were recruited. Participants who were not employed at the time of study and had an experience less than 6 months were excluded from the study. While analyzing the data, frequency was calculated for gender, age, full-time or part-time job status, salary range, work duration, years of experience and area of work and their association was found with total satisfaction using Chi square test while correlation was found using Pearson correlation. Results: Out of 100 participants, 46% were males and 54% were females with age ranging from 23-43 years. Among all, 68% were ambivalent, 29% were completely satisfied, while only 3% were not satisfied. Positive correlation was found among all the subscales except with fringe benefit which was not significantly correlated with the total score. Conclusion: Majority of the physical therapist working in government and private sector ambivalent regarding job satisfaction level. Mainly job satisfaction was positively correlated with pay, supervisor attitude, contingent rewards and nature of work, operating policies and procedures, and communication within the organization.

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