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Abdulai AF, Howard AF, Parmar G, Noga H, Abdul-Ghafoor AA, Lisonek M, Yong PJ. The quality, suitability, and readability of web-based resources on endometriosis-associated dyspareunia: A systematic review. Health Informatics J 2024; 30:14604582241231151. [PMID: 38308637 DOI: 10.1177/14604582241231151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2024]
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People commonly and increasingly rely on the internet to search for health information, including those related to endometriosis-associated dyspareunia. Yet the content of such websites may be of variable accuracy and quality. This review aims to evaluate the quality, readability, and suitability of web-based resources on endometriosis-associated dyspareunia for patients. We searched 3 databases - Google, Bing, and Yahoo - to identify websites related to endometriosis-associated dyspareunia. Two independent reviewers screened the search results against inclusion and exclusion criteria. Another set of two reviewers evaluated the selected websites using validated measurement instruments. Out of 450 websites, 21 met the inclusion criteria and were evaluated. More than half of the websites had information on content updates, reported on authorship, or disclosed sponsorship information. The mean quality and suitability scores were 47.5 (SD = 13.3) and 65.2 (SD = 13.6) respectively, thus suggesting generally adequate quality and suitability levels. However, the mean readability scores exceeded the recommended level for health-related websites. The poor readability of the websites might limit accessibility for a significant proportion of patients with low educational levels. The findings of this review have implications for designing high-quality, readable and up-to-date web interventions for people who rely on web platforms as an alternative or complementary source of health information on dyspareunia.
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- School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Women Health Research Institute, British Columbia Women's Hospital & Health Center, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Women Health Research Institute, British Columbia Women's Hospital & Health Center, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Goff AJ, Barton CJ, Merolli M, Zhang Quah AS, Ki-Cheong Hoe C, De Oliveira Silva D. Comprehensiveness, accuracy, quality, credibility and readability of online information about knee osteoarthritis. HEALTH INF MANAG J 2023; 52:185-193. [PMID: 35613496 DOI: 10.1177/18333583221090579] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND People are increasingly using the Internet to retrieve health information about chronic musculoskeletal conditions, yet content can be inaccurate and of variable quality. OBJECTIVE To summarise (i) comprehensiveness, (ii) accuracy and clarity, iii) quality of information about treatment choices, (iv) credibility and (v) readability of online information about knee osteoarthritis. METHOD Systematic appraisal of website content. Searches for "knee osteoarthritis" and "knee arthritis" were performed using Google and Bing (October 2020). The top 20 URLs of each search were screened for eligibility. Comprehensiveness, accuracy and clarity of content were matched against 14 pre-defined topic descriptors. DISCERN and HONcode were used to measure quality of information about treatment choices and website credibility, respectively. Flesch Reading Ease and Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level tests were used to assess readability. RESULTS Thirty-five websites were included. Websites were generally comprehensive (median, range = 12, 0-14/14) with descriptors available for 67% (n = 330/490) of topics across all websites, but only 35% (n = 116/330) were accurate and clear. Quality of information about treatment choices was generally low (median DISCERN score, range = 40, 16-56/80). Credibility descriptors were present for 65% (n = 181/280) of items, with 81% (n = 146/181) of descriptors being clear. Median Flesch reading ease was 53 (range = 21-74), and Flesch-Kincaid grade level was 8 (range = 5-11). CONCLUSION Few websites provide accurate and clear content aligned to key research evidence. Quality of information about treatment choices was poor, with large variation in comprehensiveness, credibility and readability. IMPLICATIONS Careful consideration is required by clinicians to identify what online information people with knee osteoarthritis have accessed and to address misinformed beliefs.
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- Anthony J Goff
- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Vic, Australia
- Health and Social Sciences, Singapore Institute of Technology, Singapore
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Vic, Australia
- Department of Physiotherapy, Podiatry and Prosthetics and Orthotics, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
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- Centre for Health Exercise, and Sports Medicine, Department of Physiotherapy, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Vic, Australia
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Liu S, Williams CM, Welch JJ. International differences and inaccuracies in the public advertising about calcaneal apophysitis: an audit of websites originating in Australia, UK and USA. J Foot Ankle Res 2023; 16:39. [PMID: 37340473 DOI: 10.1186/s13047-023-00637-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2023] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Calcaneal apophysitis is a common condition in childhood. Parents often seek online information for children's' health care concerns prior to seeking care. Therefore, we aimed to evaluate the credibility, readability, and accuracy of calcaneal apophysitis advertising on popular websites in three countries. METHODS We used content analysis of publicly accessible data. This involved identifying the top 50 websites in each country from their hit rates. We used elements of validated tools to audit and determine frequencies relevant to credibility (e.g. publisher), readability (e.g. literacy score) and accuracy (e.g. alignment with evidence). Data were analysed quantitatively and reported against each element. RESULTS Websites were predominantly hosted by private health services (n = 118, 79%). The mean (SD) SMOG (readability) score was 9.3 (4.5). The majority of websites (n = 140, 93%) provided at least one treatment recommendation, and less than 10% (n = 11) of websites advertised treatments fully aligned with evidence. Use of treatment modalities without evidence and with high risk to children were also found including surgery, extracorporeal shock wave therapy and laser. CONCLUSIONS Calcaneal apophysitis online advertising is mostly curated by clinicians. Clinicians should consider revising online advertising to increase understandability and accuracy to reduce health care wastage, risk, and low value care.
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- Sue Liu
- Monash University, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, Wellington Road, Clayton, VIC, 3168, Australia
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- Monash University, School of Primary and Allied Health, 47-49 Moorooduc Hwy, Frankston, Vic, 3199, Australia
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- Ablefeet Ltd, 16 Terrace Road, Walton-On-Thames, Surrey, KT12 2SB, UK.
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Esculier JF, Besomi M, Silva DDO, Passigli S, Rathleff MS, Van Middelkoop M, Barton C, Callaghan MJ, Harkey MS, Hoens AM, Krowchuk NM, Teoli A, Vicenzino B, Willy RW, Hunt MA. Do the General Public and Health Care Professionals Think That Running Is Bad for the Knees? A Cross-sectional International Multilanguage Online Survey. Orthop J Sports Med 2022; 10:23259671221124141. [PMID: 36199830 PMCID: PMC9528027 DOI: 10.1177/23259671221124141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2022] [Accepted: 07/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background: Running is a popular sport with widely recognized health benefits. Given the high rates of knee injury in runners and the growing prevalence of knee osteoarthritis (KOA), it may be useful to assess perceptions about running and knee joint health. Purpose: The objectives of this study were to (1) explore and compare the perceptions of the general public (PUB) and health care professionals (HCPs) on the topic of running and knee health and (2) explore recommendations about running and knee health provided by HCPs. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Methods: We conducted an online survey between June 18 and October 1, 2020. The questionnaire included questions on running and knee health, and HCPs were asked about their typical recommendations and level of confidence in providing recommendations on the topic. Perceptions (proportions) were compared between the PUB and HCPs using the chi-square test. Results: In total, 4521 responses (PUB, n = 2514; HCPs, n = 2007) were analyzed. A greater proportion of HCPs perceived regular running as healthy for knees (86% vs 68%; P < .001). More of the PUB than HCPs ( P < .001) believed that running frequently (29% vs 13%), long distances (54% vs 45%), and on hard surfaces (60% vs 36%) increased the risk of developing KOA. Running for those with KOA was perceived by the PUB as posing an increased risk of getting more knee pain (48%) and needing joint replacement surgery (38%), more so than by HCPs (26% and 17%, respectively). The majority of HCPs reported being relatively confident in providing evidence-based recommendations about running and knee health and mostly recommended that runners with KOA modify training parameters instead of quit. Conclusion: More HCPs perceived running as healthy for knees when compared with the PUB. Most HCPs felt confident in providing evidence-based recommendations about running and knee health.
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- Investigation performed at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Investigation performed at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Investigation performed at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Investigation performed at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Investigation performed at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Investigation performed at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Investigation performed at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Investigation performed at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Investigation performed at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Investigation performed at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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Willy RW, Hoglund L, Glaviano NR, Bolgla LA, Bazett-Jones DM. Survey of confidence and knowledge to manage patellofemoral pain in readers versus NonReaders of the physical therapy clinical practice guideline. Phys Ther Sport 2022; 55:218-228. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2022.04.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2021] [Revised: 04/12/2022] [Accepted: 04/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Barber P, Lack SD, Bartholomew C, Curran AJ, Lowe CM, Morrissey D, Neal BS. Patient experience of the diagnosis and management of patellofemoral pain: A qualitative exploration. Musculoskelet Sci Pract 2022; 57:102473. [PMID: 34740149 DOI: 10.1016/j.msksp.2021.102473] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2021] [Revised: 10/05/2021] [Accepted: 10/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is common and long-term treatment outcomes are unsatisfactory. Qualitative exploration of diagnosis and management from the perspective of people with PFP is lacking. OBJECTIVES To inform care and improve intervention delivery by exploring the experience of people with PFP regarding diagnosis and management. DESIGN Qualitative study with semi-structured interviews. METHOD Online recruiting yielded a convenience sample of participants with PFP for semi-structured interview. Interviews were recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analysed using thematic analysis until theoretical saturation by multiple investigators to determine themes and sub-themes. RESULTS 12 participants were interviewed, with three themes identified; the value of diagnosis, the need for tailored (individualised) care, and the role of education. Participants viewed receiving a diagnosis as essential to guide management, yet one was rarely provided, causing uncertainty about pain mechanisms; "it's nice to be told what it is that's wrong". Interventions needed to be tailored to the individual as not all participants responded in the same way to treatment(s) or had the same needs; "everyone copes and reacts differently". Finally, participants viewed education as essential to empower them to understand and manage the condition; "if I'd have been given more information, I think I'd know how to deal with it more". CONCLUSIONS The overarching narrative from three themes was a desire for clearly communicated personalised care that meets individual needs. People with PFP desire a diagnosis to explain their pain, tailored interventions, and appropriate education to optimise their experience and outcomes.
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- Philip Barber
- Department of Allied Health Professions, Midwifery and Social Work, School of Health and Social Work, University of Hertfordshire, College Lane Campus, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 9AB, UK; Connect Health, The Light Box, Quorum Park, Benton Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE12 8EU, UK
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine, School of Medicine and Dentistry, William Harvey Research Institute, Queen Mary University London, Mile End Hospital, Bancroft Road, London, E1 4DG, UK; Pure Sports Medicine, Point West Building, 116 Cromwell Road, London, SW7 4XR, UK
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine, School of Medicine and Dentistry, William Harvey Research Institute, Queen Mary University London, Mile End Hospital, Bancroft Road, London, E1 4DG, UK
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine, School of Medicine and Dentistry, William Harvey Research Institute, Queen Mary University London, Mile End Hospital, Bancroft Road, London, E1 4DG, UK
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- Department of Allied Health Professions, Midwifery and Social Work, School of Health and Social Work, University of Hertfordshire, College Lane Campus, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 9AB, UK
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine, School of Medicine and Dentistry, William Harvey Research Institute, Queen Mary University London, Mile End Hospital, Bancroft Road, London, E1 4DG, UK; Physiotherapy Department, Barts Health NHS Trust, Mile End Hospital, Bancroft Road, London, E1 4DG, UK
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- Sports and Exercise Medicine, School of Medicine and Dentistry, William Harvey Research Institute, Queen Mary University London, Mile End Hospital, Bancroft Road, London, E1 4DG, UK; School of Sport, Rehabilitation, and Exercise Sciences, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3WA, UK.
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Zambarano EK, Bazett-Jones DM, de Oliveira Silva D, Barton CJ, Glaviano NR. Confidence and Knowledge of Athletic Trainers in Managing Patellofemoral Pain. J Athl Train 2022; 57:79-91. [PMID: 35040987 PMCID: PMC8775279 DOI: 10.4085/1062-6050-0279.21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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CONTEXT Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is prevalent and challenging to manage. Most patients with PFP are unsatisfied with their knee function at 6 months after treatment and report ongoing pain up to 16 years after diagnosis. The confidence and knowledge of athletic trainers (ATs) in providing evidence-based care to people with PFP is unknown. OBJECTIVE To investigate the confidence and knowledge of ATs in the diagnosis, risk factors, prognosis, and treatment with current evidence for PFP. DESIGN Cross-sectional study. SETTING Online survey. PATIENT OR OTHER PARTICIPANTS A random sample of 3000 ATs were invited to participate; 261 completed the survey (10% participation rate, 88% completion rate). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES(S) We surveyed AT demographics, confidence in PFP management, and knowledge related to diagnosis, risk factors, prognosis, and treatment. The confidence and knowledge of ATs in managing PFP was assessed. Their beliefs about evidence were compared with the available evidence (ie, consensus statements, position statements, systematic reviews). RESULTS Of the ATs surveyed, 91% were confident that their management of PFP aligned with the current evidence, but only 59% were confident in identifying risk factors for PFP development. In addition, 91% to 92% of ATs agreed that quadriceps and hip muscle weakness were risk factors for PFP, which aligns with the current evidence for the former but not the latter. Moreover, 93% to 97% of ATs' responses related to therapeutic exercise aligned with current evidence. However, 35% to 48% supported the use of passive treatments, such as electrophysical agents and ultrasound, which did not align with the current evidence. CONCLUSIONS Most ATs were aware of supporting evidence for therapeutic exercise in PFP management and were confident providing it, creating a strong foundation for evidence-based care. However, varying levels of awareness of the evidence related to risk factors and passive treatments for PFP highlight the need for professional development initiatives to better align ATs' knowledge with the current evidence.
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- Erika K. Zambarano
- School of Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Toledo, OH
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services, and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services, and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia
,Department of Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital, University of Melbourne, Australia
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Santos RP, Alonso TP, Correia IMT, Nogueira LC, Meziat-Filho N, Reis FJJ. Patients should not rely on low back pain information from Brazilian official websites: A mixed-methods review. Braz J Phys Ther 2022; 26:100389. [PMID: 35091137 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2022.100389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2021] [Revised: 10/02/2021] [Accepted: 12/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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- Raiany Pires Santos
- Instituto Brasileiro de Medicina de Reabilitação in Rio de Janeiro (IBMR), Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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- Instituto Brasileiro de Medicina de Reabilitação in Rio de Janeiro (IBMR), Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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- Postgraduation Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Centro Universitário Augusto Motta (UNISUAM), Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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- Postgraduation Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Centro Universitário Augusto Motta (UNISUAM), Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil; Physical Therapy Department, Instituto Federal do Rio de Janeiro (IFRJ), Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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- Postgraduation Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Centro Universitário Augusto Motta (UNISUAM), Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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- Physical Therapy Department, Instituto Federal do Rio de Janeiro (IFRJ), Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil; Postgraduation Program in Clinical Medicine, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil; Pain in Motion Research Group, Department of Physical Therapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Faculty of Physical Education & Physical Therapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium.
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Barton CJ, Pazzinatto MF, Crossley KM, Dundules K, Lannin NA, Francis M, Wallis J, Kemp JL. Reported practices related to, and capability to provide, first-line knee osteoarthritis treatments: a survey of 1064 Australian physical therapists. Braz J Phys Ther 2021; 25:854-863. [PMID: 34548210 PMCID: PMC8721054 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2021.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2020] [Revised: 08/07/2021] [Accepted: 08/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Physical therapists play a key role in providing first-line knee osteoarthritis treatments, including patient education and exercise therapy. OBJECTIVES Describe Australian physical therapists' awareness of guidelines; reported practices; and beliefs about capability, opportunity, motivation, and evidence. METHODS An online cross-sectional survey was completed by physical therapists prior to attending the Good Living with osteoArthritis from Denmark (GLA:D®) Australia training courses (March 2017 to December 2019). The survey instrument was developed by an expert panel and was informed by the Theoretical Domains Framework. RESULTS 1064 physical therapists from all Australian states and territories participated. 11% (n = 121) could name an accepted guideline, 98% agreed it was their job to deliver patient education and exercise therapy, and 92% agreed this would optimise outcomes. Most reported providing strength exercise (99%), written exercise instructions (95%), treatment goal discussion (88%), and physical activity advice (83%) all or most of the time. Fewer provided aerobic exercise (66%), neuromuscular exercise (54%), and weight management discussion (56%) all or most of the time. Approximately one quarter (23-24%) believed they did not have the skills, knowledge, or confidence to provide education and exercise therapy recommended by guidelines, and just 48% agreed they had been trained to do so. CONCLUSION Australian physical therapists treating knee osteoarthritis typically provide strength-based home exercise with written instructions, alongside goal setting and physical activity advice. Just one in nine could name a guideline. Education and training activities are needed to support physical therapists to access, read and implement guidelines, especially for aerobic and neuromuscular exercise, and weight management.
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- Christian J Barton
- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia; Department of Neuroscience, Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia; Department of Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia.
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia; Department of Neuroscience, Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia; Department of Neuroscience, Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Podiatry and Prosthetics and Orthotics, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia; Alfred Health, Melbourne, Australia
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia; Department of Neuroscience, Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Australia; Monash-Cabrini Department of Musculoskeletal Health and Clinical Epidemiology, Cabrini Health, Clayton, Australia
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia; Department of Neuroscience, Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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Jayasundara CC. Sexual health information seeking behaviour of adolescents and their satisfaction with the information outcome: An application of the theory of motivated information management. JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANSHIP 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2021.102383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Barton CJ, Ezzat AM, Bell EC, Rathleff MS, Kemp JL, Crossley KM. Knowledge, confidence and learning needs of physiotherapists treating persistent knee pain in Australia and Canada: a mixed-methods study. Physiother Theory Pract 2021; 38:2073-2085. [PMID: 33874860 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2021.1906805] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Aim: To determine the knowledge and confidence of physiotherapists in managing knee osteoarthritis (OA) and patellofemoral pain (PFP); and explore their learning behaviors and preferences related to the management of these knee conditions.Methods: One hundred and sixteen Australian and Canadian Physiotherapists were recruited via social media, e-mail, and an online course. Part 1: Quantitative involved an online survey evaluating knowledge of evidence and confidence in providing treatments for knee OA and PFP. Part 2: Qualitative involved semi-structured interviews with 13 participants exploring current practice and learning needs, that were analyzed using an initial framework structured on interview questions, followed by inductive approach to identify additional themes.Results: Awareness regarding evidence supporting exercise for knee OA and PFP was good (89-96%), and qualitative themes indicated physiotherapists emphasized exercise-therapy and education. Perceived value of passive treatments and surgery varied. Preference for face-to-face workshops to address learning needs, alongside describing time and cost barriers to access them, emerged from qualitative findings. Online learning formats were viewed as convenient, but not as effective as face-to-face learning.Conclusion: Knowledge and confidence related to interventions for knee OA and PFP of Australian and Canadian physiotherapist participants broadly aligns with guidelines. Knowledge translation strategies focused on face-to-face workshops, supported by online education may help to bridge evidence-to-practice gaps.
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- Christian J Barton
- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Plenty Road, Bundoora, VIC, Australia 3086.,Department of Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital, University of Melbourne, Regent St, Fitzroy, VIC, Australia 3065
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Plenty Road, Bundoora, VIC, Australia 3086.,Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, 2177 Westbrook Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6T 1Z3
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Plenty Road, Bundoora, VIC, Australia 3086
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- Center for General Practice, Aalborg University, Fyrkildevej, 9220 Aalborg, Denmark.,Department of Health Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Aalborg University, Fredrik Bajers Vej, 9220 Aalborg, Denmark
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Plenty Road, Bundoora, VIC, Australia 3086
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- La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Plenty Road, Bundoora, VIC, Australia 3086
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