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Furtado MADS, Longo E, Campos ACD, Silva MATD, Silva ACDC, Ayupe KMA, Camargos ACR, Leite HR. Practices of Physical Therapists Who Assist People With Cerebral Palsy in Brazil: A National Survey. Pediatr Phys Ther 2024; 36:488-496. [PMID: 38985944 DOI: 10.1097/pep.0000000000001126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/12/2024]
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PURPOSE To describe the practices of pediatric physical therapists (PTs) working with children and adolescents with cerebral palsy (CP) in Brazil. METHODS PTs working with children and adolescents with CP were invited to participate via social media and email campaigns to complete an online survey containing 46 questions. RESULTS In total, 373 PTs participated. Most PTs reported searching in scientific databases (96.8%) and on social media (71%). The main barrier to information reported was limited access to full-text articles (44%). Among the PTs, 58.4% and 84% reported using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) and family centered practice models, respectively. Regarding tools and interventions, there was little focus on the domains of contextual factors and participation. CONCLUSIONS This survey points to some important advances. However, strategies are still needed to promote knowledge translation and evidence-based practices among pediatric PTs in Brazil.
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- Michelle Alexandrina Dos Santos Furtado
- Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, School of Physical Education, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil (Drs Furtado, Camargos, and Leite); Department of Physiotherapy, Universidade Federal da Paraíba (UFPB), João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil (Dr Longo) Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal de São Carlos, São Carlos, São Paulo, Brazil (Drs Campos and Silva); Department of Physiotherapy, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santos, VitÓria, Espírito Santo, Brazil (Dr Ayupe); School of Physical Education, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil (Mr Silva)
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da Silva AM, da Silva Vieira Rosa DK, Padula RS. Modified Fresno test to assess Physical therapists' use of evidence-based practice: measurement properties of the Brazilian-Portuguese short version: Modified Fresno test Brazilian-Portuguese short version. Braz J Phys Ther 2024; 28:101112. [PMID: 39340897 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2024.101112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2023] [Revised: 05/05/2024] [Accepted: 08/20/2024] [Indexed: 09/30/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The modified Fresno test is a questionnaire developed to evaluate Evidence-Based Practice among physical therapists. A previous study has indicated that a shorter version with 9 items would be more appropriate for Brazilian physical therapists. OBJECTIVES To test the measurement properties of the modified Fresno test - Brazilian-Portuguese short version. METHODS To analyze the reliability of the modified Fresno test - Brazilian-Portuguese short version by two raters (intra and inter-rater) in a sample of 133 physical therapists. The intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC2,1) and standard error of measurement (SEM) was used to assess the test-retest reliability. Internal consistency was tested using the Cronbach's alpha coefficient. An expert committee analyzed content validity using the content validity index (CVI). Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) using the principal components method was used to assess construct validity. Responsiveness was estimated using effect size, and ceiling and floor effects were also investigated. RESULTS Inter-rater and intra-rater reliability were, respectively: ICC= 0.93 (95 % CI 0.91, 0.95); rater 1 - ICC= 0.95 (95 % CI 0.94, 0.97); rater 2 - ICC= 0.98 (95 % CI 0.98, 0.99). The agreement was very good (values ≤ 5 %). Internal consistency was good for most instrument items (≥ 0.80). The CVI showed agreement among the expert committee members (0.96). The Cronbach's alpha coefficients calculated for the corrected item total showed values greater than 0.40. In the CFA, the "model 2" showed acceptable indices (≥ 0.90). Responsiveness was classified as very small. No ceiling and floor effects. CONCLUSION The Fresno Modified Test - Brazilian-Portuguese short version has good to excellent reliability. CFA showed that the fit indices were adequate to be used in the population of interest.
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- Anderson Martins da Silva
- Masters and Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy, Universidade Cidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil; Course of Physical Therapy, Centro Universitário do Vale do Ribeira (UNIVR/UNISEPE), Registro, SP, Brazil.
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- Masters and Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy, Universidade Cidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil; Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Cidade de São Paulo (UNICID), São Paulo, Brazil.
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Eek F, Stigmar K. Scientific approach, attitudes, and perspectives on research among Swedish physiotherapy students-a cross-sectional study. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2024; 24:505. [PMID: 38714937 PMCID: PMC11077752 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-024-05477-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024]
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BACKGROUND Scientific evidence is important to evidence-based practice. Hence, the application of evidence-based practice requires relevant skills and an understanding of science, which therefore need to be learned and trained during the undergraduate program in physiotherapy. The aim of this study was to investigate attitudes, perceived competence, and conditions for a scientific approach among physiotherapy students in Sweden, and to compare attitudes and perceived competence between students in different program years. METHODS Physiotherapy students from six universities (n = 1499) were invited to respond to a digital survey. The survey contained questions regarding attitudes toward science, perceived competence in research interpretations and open comments regarding requirements for a strengthened scientific approach during education. Comparisons between education years were performed with ANOVA/Kruskal‒Wallis test (scale outcomes) and logistic regression (binary outcomes). RESULTS A total of 466 students responded to the survey. In total, 57% (n = 266) of the students had a high interest in science. No significant difference in interest in science was found between students in the three program years, but 75% (n = 347) reported increased interest during the program. A perceived high ability to understand the structure and performance of scientific studies was reported by 31% (n = 144), to evaluate the methodology by 16% (n = 72) and to interpret statistical results from scientific studies by 12% (n = 55). The lowest perceived competence was reported among students in their second year (p < 0.05). A majority of the students (88%; n = 410) reported a perceived personal need for strengthened conditions for a scientific approach, with suggested prerequisites during education via increased theoretical and applied understanding of the research. CONCLUSION Even though this study does not fully cover physiotherapy students at all undergraduate programmes in Sweden, the results support that a scientific approach and training should be strengthened during education to enable physiotherapists to understand and interpret science and to fully apply an evidence-based approach in upcoming clinical practice. Both theoretical and applied knowledge and understanding are needed.
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- Frida Eek
- Department of Health Sciences, Lund University, Box 117, Lund, 22100, Sweden.
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- Department of Health Sciences, Lund University, Box 117, Lund, 22100, Sweden
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de Mendonça ME, Coelho TRP, de Andrade Alexandre DJ, Pantaleão TU, Dias de Araújo L, Botelho AP, Zikan FE, Mazzoli-Rocha F. How COVID-19 elucidated challenges in the pedagogy of physiotherapy entry-level education in Brazil and directions for their remediation with special attention to digital teaching and learning. Physiother Theory Pract 2024; 40:887-899. [PMID: 36412931 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2022.2147409] [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] [Received: 12/24/2021] [Revised: 11/08/2022] [Accepted: 11/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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INTRODUCTION As experienced physiotherapy educators in Brazil, we observed that COVID-19 elucidated challenges in the pedagogy of entry-level education overall, and directions for their remediation. In this commentary, we describe our observations with particular attention to the opportunity for digital and distance teaching and learning in Brazil's exemplary middle-income country. BODY First, the legislation in Brazil around health professional education, specifically entry-level physiotherapy education, is described concerning distanced learning. Then, we contrast such education before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, and in the aftermath of its peak. Our observations reinforce the need to preserve teaching and learning excellence in physiotherapy education with various approaches including distanced and digital learning; be aware of both advantages and disadvantages; and identify means of balancing these for optimal delivery and learner outcomes. Our collective experience and insights strongly support the need for change in the legislative document governing physiotherapy education in Brazil. CONCLUSION We hope our experiences will enable other educators to evaluate their contexts, reflect on how best to deliver entry-level physiotherapy education in general and during a pandemic, and reinforce the essentiality of practical face-to-face classes in achieving physiotherapy competencies. Only in this way will global standards of practice be ensured, through quality professional education and the factors that inform and govern these.
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Celso Lisboa University Center, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Academic Department, Cultura Inglesa, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Fisioterapia, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Celso Lisboa University Center, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Evandro Chagas Institute of Infectious Disease, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Reinecke S, Mijic M, Gerhard J, Jung A, Ernst K, Dreher C, Lohmann M, Koch M, Jahjah A, Fichtemüller A, Balzer J. Evidence-based practice - implementation level and attitude among physical, occupational, and speech and language therapists in Germany: status quo. JBI Evid Implement 2024; 22:205-217. [PMID: 38639217 DOI: 10.1097/xeb.0000000000000420] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/20/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Evidence-based practice (EBP) is an important component of clinical practice in public health. Its implementation involves interpreting scientific studies and then applying this knowledge to clinical decision-making. In Germany, the therapy professions are often trained in non-academic medical schools, and only a small number of therapists are university graduates. AIMS This study assessed the current status of EBP among physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech and language therapists and to determine whether academization influences the implementation of EBP in Germany. METHODS To assess the EBP implementation level and therapists' attitudes toward EBP, a cross-sectional study was conducted using the German version of the Evidence-Based Practice Inventory (EBPI), which consists of five dimensions: attitude; subjective norm; perceived behavioral control; decision-making; and intention and behavior. The structural validity and internal consistency of the EBPI survey were also tested. RESULTS Of the 2,412 responses, only 557 were eligible. There were statistically significant differences between academically educated vs. non-academically educated therapists in four of the five EBPI dimensions. Furthermore, four of the five dimensions had sufficient unidimensionality and internal consistency. CONCLUSION There are differences between academically educated and non-academically educated therapists regarding EBP knowledge, attitudes, and implementation. Academically educated therapists are more likely to use EBP than non-academically educated therapists. There are still barriers to clinical application that need to be addressed. SPANISH ABSTRACT http://links.lww.com/IJEBH/A195.
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- Sarah Reinecke
- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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- Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Friedrich-Baur-Institut/Neurologische Klinik und Poliklinik, LMU Klinikum, Munich, Germany
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- Institute of Public Health, Medical Decision Making and Health Technology Assessment; UMIT TIROL - University for Health Sciences and Technology, Tirol, Austria
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- Institute of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy, Pain and Exercise Research Luebeck, Universität zu Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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Aldajah S, Etoom M, Mysore SB, Alawneh A, Hadoush H, Al Jarrah M, Abdullahi A. Evidence- based physiotherapy practice in Jordan: Evaluation and identification of implementation factors. Physiother Theory Pract 2023; 39:2723-2739. [PMID: 35833380 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2022.2098212] [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] [Received: 01/20/2021] [Revised: 06/27/2022] [Accepted: 06/30/2022] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Evidence-based physiotherapy practice (EBPTP) is becoming increasingly important to improve patient outcomes and clinical decision-making in the physiotherapy profession. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the EBPTP in Jordan and identify the barriers to its implementation in clinical practice. METHOD The study used a cross-sectional survey of licensed physiotherapists working in Jordan using EBPTP self-reported questionnaire. Frequencies, percentages, and one sample Wilcoxon rank test were used to evaluate the EBPTP level. The EBPTP implementation was evaluated by demographic variations of participants, Spearman's correlation, and stepwise multiple linear regression analyses at 95% confidence interval. RESULTS A total of 210 participants completed the survey. All EBPTP questionnaire elements showed significant positive levels (p = .00) except facility support reflecting non-significant negative level (p = .08). The EBPTP implementation was at a significantly lower level of uptake (p = .00). Clinical decision-making was based mainly on personal experience. The EBPTP implementation was significantly correlated with elements of the EBPTP questionnaire and differed by personal/organizational characteristics. There were four significant predictors of EBPTP implementation: understanding of EBPTP terminologies, facility support, formal training in EBPTP, and being a clinical instructor. CONCLUSION The findings confirm a clear gap in EBPTP implementation among physiotherapists in Jordan. The EBPTP implementation factors were mainly based on education sectors and work facilities. Engagement of stakeholders and education sectors in EBPTP implementation is required to strengthen the standing of the physiotherapy profession in Jordan.
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- Division of Physical Therapy, Allied Medical Sciences Department, Aqaba University of Technology, Aqaba, Jordan
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Fatima College of Health Sciences, Near Al Mafraq Hospital, Abu Dhabi, UAE
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- Division of Physical Therapy, Allied Medical Sciences Department, Aqaba University of Technology, Aqaba, Jordan
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Fatima College of Health Sciences, Near Al Mafraq Hospital, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Bayero University Kano, Kano, Nigeria
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Shousha T, Javed A, Bekhet A, Jahan AM, Alayat M, Alshehri M, Moustafa I. Investigating behavior, attitudes, knowledge, awareness and barriers to the implementation of evidence-based practice by physiotherapists in Egypt: A cross sectional study. Heliyon 2023; 9:e22951. [PMID: 38144339 PMCID: PMC10746425 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e22951] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2022] [Revised: 11/02/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/26/2023] Open
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Few studies exist regarding the attitudes and behaviours of Egyptian physiotherapists in relation to the use of evidence in practice (EBP). The purpose of this study was to describe the beliefs, attitudes, knowledge, and behaviours of Egyptian physical therapists as they relate to evidence-based practice. It also explores their perception of possible barriers to implement EBP. Four hundred and seventy Egyptian therapists responded to our questionnaire with results revealing participants' awareness towards EBP was quite diverse. Only terms of systematic review and randomized controlled trial were well understood while remaining terms showed various level of comprehension which were rather low. Results also revealed significant correlations between attitudes towards EBP and overall awareness as well as attitudes and knowledge (r = 0.270 and 0.107) respectively. In addition, a significant relationship was also found between EBP awareness and knowledge with (r = 0.219). With regards to the barriers, insufficient teaching in previous education was identified as the primary barrier (34.4 %), followed by lack of funding and resources (31.1 %), while lack of time (10.2 %) was reported as the least. These barriers highlight the need to enhance implementation of EBP within Egyptian Physiotherapists. Findings of this study can be used as a foundation for the implementation of EBP in various clinical settings by understanding the limitations and barriers reported. Our study concluded that despite Egyptian physiotherapists declare their awareness of EBP, nevertheless, knowledge is restricted to a small number of terms. More focus is required to enhance the knowledge and practice of EBP. Focusing on adjustable factors, including increasing the awareness of value of research would help reduce time and resource demands for physiotherapists when implementing EBP.
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- Tamer Shousha
- Department of Physiotherapy, College of Health sciences, University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
- Neuromusculoskeletal Rehabilitation Research Group, RIMHS – Research Institute of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, P.O. Box: 27272, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Physiotherapy, College of Health sciences, University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- School of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Ottawa, Canada
- Physiotherapy Department, College of Medical Technology, Misrata, Libya
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- Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
- Physical Therapy Department, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Umm Al-Qura University, Mecca, Saudi Arabia
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- Physical Therapy Department, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Umm Al-Qura University, Mecca, Saudi Arabia
- NHMRC Centre of Clinical Research Excellence in Spinal Pain, Injury& Health, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Physiotherapy, College of Health sciences, University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
- Neuromusculoskeletal Rehabilitation Research Group, RIMHS – Research Institute of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, P.O. Box: 27272, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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Souza MSDL, Cáceres-Assenço AM. Evidence-based practice and clinical practice in child language: an online survey with Brazilian speech-language pathologists. Codas 2023; 36:e20220272. [PMID: 37970891 DOI: 10.1590/2317-1782/20232022272pt] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2022] [Accepted: 02/28/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To characterize the knowledge, skills, opinions, and main barriers perceived by speech-language pathologists, in child language in Brazil, regarding evidence-based practice (EBP). METHODS The study was conducted between August 2021 and July 2022 using an online questionnaire. In addition to sociodemographic and field data, 22 items related to EBP were considered and subdivided into "knowledge", "skills", "opinion" and "barriers". Each item had five response options (strongly disagree, disagree, not decided, agree, strongly agree). A total of 122 speech-language pathologists who work with child language answered the questionnaire. Their responses were described by the percentage of frequency distribution. The time since graduation and the level of proficiency in English were considered to compare the distribution pattern of the answers. RESULTS Although most speech-language pathologists report having learned the basics of EBP in their academic training, there are weaknesses in their knowledge and lack of mastery of search strategies and critical evaluation of scientific articles. Although most agree that EBP's use is necessary for speech-language practice and consider the need to increase the use of scientific evidence in their daily practice, the lack of articles, difficulties related to the practical application of scientific results and lack of collective support among colleagues are identified as barriers. CONCLUSION This study alerts the academic community to the urgency of considering EBP in the context of Brazilian Speech-Language Pathology.
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- Marcelle Stella de Lima Souza
- Laboratório de Desenvolvimento da Linguagem, Departamento de Fonoaudiologia, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte - UFRN - Natal (RN), Brasil
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- Laboratório de Desenvolvimento da Linguagem, Departamento de Fonoaudiologia, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte - UFRN - Natal (RN), Brasil
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Eek F, Åsenlöf P, Stigmar K. Scientific approach and attitudes among clinically working physiotherapists in Sweden -a cross sectional survey. Arch Physiother 2023; 13:20. [PMID: 37807048 PMCID: PMC10561402 DOI: 10.1186/s40945-023-00173-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Evidence based medicine (EBM) should be an endeavor within all healthcare professions. Knowledge and understanding of science are important prerequisites of EBM. OBJECTIVE The aim was to examine and compare perspectives on science and perceived inhibiting and facilitating factors for the assimilation and implementation of scientific information among clinically working specialist- and non-specialist physiotherapists in Sweden. METHODS A cross-sectional survey study was conducted via a web-based questionnaire. Clinically active physiotherapists in Sweden were invited to participate. Attitudes and perspectives were compared between physiotherapists with completed or on-going specialist training, and non-specialists. RESULTS In total, 1165 physiotherapists responded to the survey (75.5%, (n = 870) women, mean age 44.8 (SD 12.1), whereof 25.5% (n = 319) with completed or ongoing specialist training). The majority of participants had a high interest in science but did not consider a general scientific approach to be applied within physiotherapy. The main perceived inhibiting factor for a clinical practice more based on scientific evidence was lack of time. Specialists had in general higher interest and ability to interpret and evaluate science, and prioritized scientific evidence to a higher extent. CONCLUSION Among respondents, a scientific approach was considered valuable within physiotherapy but not considered fully applied in practice. The higher interest and perceived ability to interpret science among specialists indicates that further education and specialist training can increase both interest and understanding of science among physiotherapists.
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- Frida Eek
- Department of Health Sciences, Lund University, Lund, Sweden.
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- Department of Women's and Children's Health, Physiotherapy and Behavioural Medicine, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
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Diermayr G, Greisberger A, Stadel M, Garbade S, Salbach NM. Group-based circuit training to improve mobility after stroke: a cross-sectional survey of German and Austrian physical therapists in outpatient settings. NeuroRehabilitation 2023:NRE230010. [PMID: 37424481 DOI: 10.3233/nre-230010] [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: 07/11/2023]
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BACKGROUND A contextual transferability analysis identified group-based circuit training (GCT) as an optimal intervention in German and Austrian outpatient physical therapy to improve mobility post-stroke. GCT incorporates task-oriented, high-repetitive, balance, aerobic and strength training and allows for increased therapy time without increasing personnel. OBJECTIVE To determine the extent to which German and Austrian physical therapists (PTs) use GCT and its components in the outpatient treatment of stroke-related mobility deficits and to identify factors associated with using GCT components. METHODS A cross-sectional online survey was conducted. Data were analyzed descriptively and using ordinal regression. RESULTS Ninety-three PTs participated. None reported using GCT moderately to frequently (4- 10/10 patients). The percentage of PTs reporting frequent use (7- 10/10 patients) of task-oriented, balance, strength, aerobic, and high-repetitive training was 45.2%, 43.0%, 26.9%, 19.4%, and 8.6%, respectively. Teaching or supervising students, time for evidence-based practice activities at work, and working in Austria was associated with using GCT components frequently. CONCLUSION German and Austrian PTs do not yet use GCT in outpatient physical therapy for stroke. Almost half of PTs, however, employ task-oriented training as recommended across guidelines. A detailed, theory-driven and country-specific evaluation of barriers to GCT uptake is necessary to inform implementation.
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- Gudrun Diermayr
- School of Therapeutic Sciences, SRH University Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Applied Sciences Campus Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- School of Therapeutic Sciences, SRH University Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Division of Pediatric Neurology and Metabolic Medicine, Centre for Child and Adolescent Medicine, University Hospital Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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Nunes GS, Guterres BD, Machado ACO, Dangui AJM, Schreiner RA, Benincá IL, Haupenthal A. Where do Physiotherapists Search for Information? Barriers in Translating Scientific Information into Clinical Practice. THE JOURNAL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION IN THE HEALTH PROFESSIONS 2023; 44:75-78. [PMID: 37053570 DOI: 10.1097/ceh.0000000000000508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Comprehending scientific information have been reported as a barrier in evidence-based practice (EBP) adoption. This survey research aimed to verify the preferred sources of information for acquiring knowledge about physiotherapy and the association between types of information source and barriers in EBP implementation. METHODS A total of 610 physiotherapists were included and answered an online questionnaire about the preferred sources for searching physiotherapy-related information and possible barriers in EBP implementation. RESULTS Physiotherapists reported scientific resources as the preferred source of information, scientific databases (31%), followed by scientific articles (25%). The main barrier cited in EBP implementation was the difficulty in obtaining full-text articles (34%), followed by lack of statistical knowledge (30%). The use of peer-reviewed resources as the most preferred source of information is associated with the presence of issues in comprehending scientific information. DISCUSSION Although the positive attitude toward the use of scientific information, the findings raised question regarding the proper translation of scientific information to clinical practice. The importance of scientific information seems to be a well-established attitude among physiotherapists. However, there is a clear need for strategies aiming to improve the understanding of scientific information and consequently facilitate EBP implementation.
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- Guilherme S Nunes
- Dr. Nunes: Adjunct Professor, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria/RS, Brazil. Ms. Guterres: Physiotherapist, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria/RS, Brazil. Ms. Machado: Physiotherapist, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria/RS, Brazil. Ms. Dangui: Physiotherapist, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria/RS, Brazil. Ms. Schreiner: Physiotherapist, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria/RS, Brazil. Ms. Benincá: Researcher, Department of Health Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Araranguá/SC, Brazil. Dr. Haupenthal: Adjunct Professor, Department of Health Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Araranguá/SC, Brazil
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Knowledge and use of extrinsic feedback characteristics: A survey of current practice among Brazilian physical therapists. Physiother Theory Pract 2023; 39:384-394. [PMID: 34872426 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2021.2010246] [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: 01/19/2023]
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to identify the knowledge about the different characteristics of and the use of extrinsic feedback (EF) by Brazilian physical therapists. METHODS This is a cross-sectional study, and we used an internet-based survey with questions about knowledge and application of extrinsic feedback in clinical practice. We analyzed the responses in relation to the best available evidence on motor control and learning. We recruited Brazilian registered physical therapists from different regions in Brazil. Participants' demographics and survey responses were analyzed using descriptive statistics. RESULTS Two hundred and forty-six Brazilian physical therapists participated in the study. Most participants affirmed not knowing the definition of EF (55.69%), confirmed using some form of EF in their clinical practice (86.59%), and reported using it in 50% to 90% of their patients (26.42%). Brazilian physical therapists reported using mainly summary feedback (69.10%) with external focus of attention (63.41%). Participants reported using concurrent feedback (82.83%) and delivered it after every exercise repetition (63.82%). Most participants (43.09%) did not assess learning retention. Answers were similar regardless of education level or time from graduation. CONCLUSIONS The results of this survey suggest that Brazilian physical therapists do not have sufficient knowledge about the different characteristics of EF; however, they do consider EF useful and use it for most of their patients. Brazilian physical therapists adopted adequate content characteristics of EF but not adequate use of timing characteristics of EF.
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Balzer J, Jung A, Gerhard J, Reinecke S, Mijic M, Fichtmüller A, Jahjah A, Eggert M, Koch M, Ernst K, Haring R. Psychometric properties of questionnaires to assess evidence-based practice among occupational, physical and speech therapists: A systematic review. ZEITSCHRIFT FUR EVIDENZ, FORTBILDUNG UND QUALITAT IM GESUNDHEITSWESEN 2023; 176:1-11. [PMID: 36702639 DOI: 10.1016/j.zefq.2022.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2022] [Revised: 10/27/2022] [Accepted: 11/11/2022] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Evidence-based practice (EBP) is an important aspect of healthcare work, but the clinical implementation is complex. To be able to facilitate EBP implementation, valid measurement of the "EBP status quo" is essential. Therefore, we aimed to identify valid tools for EBP status assessment among occupational, physical and speech therapists in Germany. METHODS The databases PubMed, Cochrane Library, PsycINFO, and CINAHL were systematically searched from August 2011 until July 2022. Methodological quality and evidence level were scored by two independent raters via: i) the COnsensus-based Standards for the selection of health Measurement INstruments (COSMIN) checklist, ii) updated criteria for good measurement properties, and iii) modified GRADE criteria. RESULTS Overall, 57 reports describing the development or validation of 31 EBP questionnaires were included. Six questionnaires showed "sufficient" evidence for content validity, three questionnaires showed "sufficient" evidence for reliability, two questionnaires showed "sufficient" evidence for structural validity as well as internal consistency, and nine questionnaires showed "sufficient" evidence for construct validity. Most questionnaires demonstrated moderate or low-quality evidence for the psychometric properties tested. DISCUSSION Overall, the present review found a lack of sufficient evidence on the psychometric properties of most questionnaires. The Evidence-Based Practice Inventory (EBPI), the Evidence-based Practice Confidence (EPIC) scale and the Health Sciences-Evidence-Based Practice (HS-EBP) questionnaire were the only questionnaires with "sufficient" content validity and, in addition, "sufficient" reliability or "sufficient" internal consistency. CONCLUSION Although a lack of high-quality psychometric properties of EBP tools became apparent, the EBPI, the EPIC scale and the HS-EBP questionnaire currently appear to be the best validated tools to assess EBP behavior/attitude and implementation in occupational, physical and speech therapists.
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- Julia Balzer
- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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- Universität zu Lübeck, Institute of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy, Pain and Exercise Research Luebeck (P.E.R.L), Lübeck, Germany.
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- Gesellschaft für psychosoziale Einrichtungen gGmbH, Mainz, Germany
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- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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- Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Friedrich-Baur-Institut / Neurologische Klinik und Poliklinik, LMU Klinikum, Munich, Germany
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- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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- European University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Applied Public Health, Rostock, Germany
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Methodological Quality of Physical Therapy-Related Trials Published in Open Access and Subscription Journal: A Cross-sectional Meta-Epidemiological Study. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2023; 102:58-63. [PMID: 35440526 DOI: 10.1097/phm.0000000000002029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE We aimed to compare the methodological quality of physical therapy-related trials published in open access with that of trials published in subscription-based journals, adjusting for subdiscipline, intervention type, endorsement of the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials, impact factor, and publication language. DESIGN In this meta-epidemiological study, we searched the Physiotherapy Evidence Database on May 8, 2021, to include any physical therapy-related trials published from January 1, 2020. We extracted variables such as Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials endorsement, the Physiotherapy Evidence Database score, and publication type. We compared the Physiotherapy Evidence Database score between the publication types using a multivariable generalized estimating equation by adjusting for covariates. RESULTS A total of 2743 trials were included, with a mean total Physiotherapy Evidence Database score (standard deviation) of 5.8 (±1.5). Trials from open access journals had a lower total Physiotherapy Evidence Database score than those from subscription-based journals (5.5 ± 1.5 vs. 5.9 ± 1.5, mean difference = -0.4; 95% confidence interval = 0.3-0.5). Generalized estimating equation revealed that open access publication was significantly associated with the total Physiotherapy Evidence Database score (mean difference = -0.42; P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS In the recent physical therapy-related trials, open access publications demonstrated lower methodological quality than subscription-based publications, although with a small difference.
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Wageck B, Noal IS, Guterres BD, Adami SL, Bordin D, Fanfa M, Nunes GS. Keep posting and following social media profiles about physical therapy, but be aware! A cross-sectional study of social media posts on Instagram and Twitter. Braz J Phys Ther 2023; 27:100484. [PMID: 36870215 PMCID: PMC9995938 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2023.100484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2022] [Revised: 01/20/2023] [Accepted: 02/09/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Social media is established as a communication channel that is useful to disseminate scientific information. While social media can disseminate high quality information, it can also facilitate the spread of false or misleading information. Furthermore, social media is considered a self-promotion environment that can have several aspects related to personal marketing. OBJECTIVE To systematically search and review social media posts verifying whether the posts about physical therapy interventions reported sources of information; the presence of aspects suggesting conflicts of interest (COI); whether information was presented to facilitate knowledge acquisition; the reach of information posted; and the use and quality of the cited scientific references. METHODS Searches were performed on Instagram and Twitter using #reabilitação for Portuguese posts, and #rehabilitation for English posts. The inclusion criteria were posts including terms related to physical therapy and presenting interventions along with their purposes. The searches and screening processes were performed by at least two independent researchers. RESULTS Of 1,145 pre-selected posts, 632 posts were included, of which 14% cited references as source of information, 57% presented potential COI, and 9% facilitated knowledge acquisition. The posts received the mean ± SD of 88 ± 593 likes and profiles had a mean of 5,162 ± 37,240 followers. Considering the posts that cited references, most posts presented consistent information (51%) and 6% presented only positives outcomes (selection bias). Many references were of poor methodological quality (39%). CONCLUSION The present study enlightens the fact that most posts on Instagram and Twitter regarding physical therapy interventions did not report or use sources to support the information disseminated. Also, most posts were not created to facilitate knowledge acquisition. REGISTRATION NUMBER PROSPERO register database (CRD42021276941).
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- Bruna Wageck
- La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia; Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia de Santa Maria (IORT), Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Communication, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
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Evidence-Based Physiotherapy Practice in Paediatric Subdiscipline: A Cross-Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia. Healthcare (Basel) 2022; 10:healthcare10112302. [PMID: 36421625 PMCID: PMC9690659 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10112302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2022] [Revised: 11/11/2022] [Accepted: 11/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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This cross-sectional study explored the behaviour, knowledge, skills and resources, opinion, and perceived barriers of paediatric physiotherapists practising in Saudi Arabia regarding evidence-based practice (EBP). Sixty-eight paediatric physiotherapists from Saudi Arabia participated. Data were collected by electronic questionnaire and the Likert scale was used to score knowledge, skills and resources, opinion, and barriers to EBP implementation. Approximately 78% of the participants were motivated to use EBP in their daily practise and 82.3% have reported the use of best scientific evidence in their clinical practise. Participants with higher database usage over the last 6 months showed significant association with EBP knowledge scores (t = 2.46, p = 0.01), skills and resources scores (t = 3.81, p < 0.001), and opinion scores (t = 2.43, p = 0.01). Furthermore, a higher level of education in participants was significantly associated with EBP knowledge scores (t = 2.41, p = 0.01). Most paediatric physiotherapists believed that EBP is essential in their clinical practise as it improves patient care and quality of health services. Difficulty in obtaining full-text papers and lack of time were identified as major barriers to implementing EBP followed by the lack of management support, motivation in research, and EBP training.
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Batista AKS, Matias FL, Mendes CKTT, Ferreira JJA, Andrade PR, de Oliveira VMA. Analysis of Spin in the Reporting of Studies on Electroanalgesia for Musculoskeletal Pain. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2022; 45:595-603. [PMID: 37318389 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2023.04.006] [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] [Received: 06/17/2022] [Revised: 03/22/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to analyze the quality of reporting and presence of spin in abstracts of randomized clinical trials (RCTs) on the use of electroanalgesia for musculoskeletal pain. METHODS The Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) was searched from 2010 to June 2021. Inclusion criteria were RCTs using electroanalgesia in individuals with musculoskeletal pain, written in any language, comparing 2 or more groups, and with pain as 1 of the outcomes. Two blinded, independent, and calibrated evaluators (Gwet's AC1 agreement analysis) performed eligibility and data extraction. General characteristics, report of outcomes, quality of reporting (Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials for Abstracts [CONSORT-A]), and spin analysis (7-item spin checklist and spin analysis per section) were extracted from abstracts. RESULTS Of 989 studies selected, 173 abstracts were analyzed after screening and eligibility criteria. Mean risk of bias on the PEDro scale was 6.02 ± 1.6 points. Most abstracts did not report significant differences for primary (51.4%) and secondary (63%) outcomes. Mean quality of reporting was 5.10 ± 2.4 points in the CONSORT-A, and spin was 2.97 ± 1.7. Abstracts had at least 1 type of spin (93%), and the conclusion presented the greatest number of spin types. More than 50% of abstracts recommended an intervention without significant differences between groups. CONCLUSION This study found that the majority of RCT abstracts on electroanalgesia for musculoskeletal conditions in our sample had a moderate to high risk of bias, incomplete or missing information, and some type of spin. We recommend that health care providers who use electroanalgesia and the scientific community be aware of spin in published studies.
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- Amanda K S Batista
- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Paraiba, Joao Pessoa, Paraiba, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Paraiba, Joao Pessoa, Paraiba, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Paraiba, Joao Pessoa, Paraiba, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Paraiba, Joao Pessoa, Paraiba, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Paraiba, Joao Pessoa, Paraiba, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Paraiba, Joao Pessoa, Paraiba, Brazil.
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Fandim JV, Crowe-Owen L, Romanyshyn M, Chan SW. Reasons to become a volunteer rater for the Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro). J Physiother 2022; 68:215-217. [PMID: 36244965 DOI: 10.1016/j.jphys.2022.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2022] [Accepted: 09/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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- Junior Vitorino Fandim
- Masters and Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy, Universidade Cidade de São Paulo (UNICID), Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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- Department of Rehabilitation of Patients with Consequences of Diseases and Injuries of the Nervous System, Communal non-commercial enterprise "Kyiv Regional Clinical Hospital", Kyiv, Ukraine
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- Allied Health Department, Hong Kong Children's Hospital, Hong Kong, China
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Tlili MA, Aouicha W, Tarchoune S, Sahli J, Ben Dhiab M, Chelbi S, Mtiraoui A, Ajmi T, Ben Rejeb M, Mallouli M. Predictors of evidence-based practice competency among Tunisian nursing students. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2022; 22:421. [PMID: 35655300 PMCID: PMC9161527 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-022-03487-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2021] [Accepted: 05/24/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND Evidence-based practice (EBP) is an important competency of undergraduate nursing students which should be cultivated before graduation by increasing future healthcare providers' knowledge, skills and attitudes towards EBP. This study aimed to describe nursing students' competencies (attitudes, knowledge, skills) in Evidence-based practice (EBP) and to determine factors predicting EBP competency. METHODS A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted at the Higher School of Health Sciences and Techniques of Sousse (Tunisia) among 365 nursing students. Data were collected using the validated Evidence Based Practice Competencies Questionnaire (EBP-COQ). Multiple linear regression was performed to determine factors predicting EBP competencies. RESULTS The overall score of EBP-COQ questionnaire was 3.26 ± 0.53 out of 5. The attitude, skills and knowledge subscales received 4.04 ± 0.41; 3.05 ± 0.77 and 2.70 ± 0.74 as mean scores respectively. Multiple linear regression analysis (table 4) revealed that significant related factors were academic level (β = 0.271, p = 0.001), English-language reading skills (β = 0.435, p < 0.001), facing staff resistance in implementing a new evidence-based procedure (β = - 0.081, p = 0.035) difficulties in obtaining full-text papers (β = - 0.127, p < 0.001) and training in methodology (β = 0.232, p < 0.001) and also in statistics (β = 0.205, p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS These results help to understand students' attitudes, knowledge and skills in EBP and can be therefore a starting point to develop effective strategies for EBP curricula.
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- Mohamed Ayoub Tlili
- University of Sousse, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Department of Family and Community Medicine, LR12ES03, 4002, Sousse, Tunisia.
- University of Sousse, Higher School of Health Sciences and Techniques of Sousse, 4054, Sousse, Tunisia.
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- University of Sousse, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Department of Family and Community Medicine, LR12ES03, 4002, Sousse, Tunisia
- University of Sousse, Higher School of Health Sciences and Techniques of Sousse, 4054, Sousse, Tunisia
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- University of Sousse, Higher School of Health Sciences and Techniques of Sousse, 4054, Sousse, Tunisia
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- University of Sousse, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Department of Family and Community Medicine, LR12ES03, 4002, Sousse, Tunisia
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- University of Sousse, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, 4002, Sousse, Tunisia
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- University of Sousse, Higher School of Health Sciences and Techniques of Sousse, 4054, Sousse, Tunisia
- University of Sousse, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, 4002, Sousse, Tunisia
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- University of Sousse, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Department of Family and Community Medicine, LR12ES03, 4002, Sousse, Tunisia
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- University of Sousse, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Department of Family and Community Medicine, LR12ES03, 4002, Sousse, Tunisia
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- University of Sousse, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, 4002, Sousse, Tunisia
- Sahloul University Hospital, Department of Prevention and Care Safety, 4054, Sousse, Tunisia
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- University of Sousse, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Department of Family and Community Medicine, LR12ES03, 4002, Sousse, Tunisia
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Pisani GK, Carvalho C, Serrão PRMDS, Sato TDO, Serrão FV. Interventions used by Brazilian physiotherapists in the rehabilitation of patellofemoral pain: A web-based survey. Musculoskelet Sci Pract 2022; 59:102554. [PMID: 35306301 DOI: 10.1016/j.msksp.2022.102554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2021] [Revised: 02/02/2022] [Accepted: 03/07/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND No studies have evaluated whether interventions used by Brazilian physiotherapists for the treatment of patellofemoral pain (PFP) are in line with the best existing scientific evidence. OBJECTIVES Identify the interventions most commonly used by Brazilian physiotherapists for the rehabilitation of PFP and determine whether characteristics of physiotherapists and knowledge regarding evidence-based practice (EBP) influence the choice of interventions. DESIGN Cross-sectional web-based survey. METHODS Brazilian physiotherapists who treat patients with PFP participated in the study. Characteristics of the participants, information regarding EBP and interventions used in the treatment of PFP were collected through an online questionnaire. Descriptive analysis of the data was performed. Logistic regression analysis was employed to investigate associations between the interventions and both the characteristics of the physiotherapists and their knowledge regarding EBP. RESULTS One hundred and ninety-four physiotherapists completed the questionnaire, 97.4% of whom reported using combined hip and quadriceps strengthening exercises, whereas only 25.3% reported using foot orthoses. A significant number of physiotherapists also reported using interventions that are not recommended (such as patellar mobilization, lumbar, hip and knee mobilization/manipulation and biophysical agents). Physiotherapists with a master's or doctoral degree and those who were aware of clinical practice guidelines were respectively 2.57-fold and 3.81-fold more likely to use recommended interventions. CONCLUSION Most Brazilian physiotherapists choose interventions that are in line with current scientific evidence. However, a significant number also use interventions that are not recommended for the treatment of PFP.
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- Giulia Keppe Pisani
- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar), São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar), São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar), São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar), São Carlos, SP, Brazil.
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Ferreira RM, Martins PN, Pimenta N, Gonçalves RS. Measuring evidence-based practice in physical therapy: a mix-methods study. PeerJ 2022; 9:e12666. [PMID: 35036149 PMCID: PMC8740513 DOI: 10.7717/peerj.12666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2021] [Accepted: 11/30/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Evidence-based practice (EBP) is considered the "holy grail" to manage patients by health practitioners (such as physical therapists). However, sometimes, patients are not treated with the best interventions for their condition. Although studies already explored the facilitators and barriers for this issue, they increase in the level of importance if the information gathered are context appropriated. As the profession is relatively new in Portugal, currently little is known about the implementation of EBP in Portuguese physical therapists context. So, the aim of this study is to know if the Portuguese physical therapists use an EBP, and collect and deeper understand the factors, barriers and facilitators associated with EBP. METHODS This study incorporated a mixed-methods design (quantitative and qualitative). In an attempt to ensure the correct population sample, a national professional association e-mail database and the e-mails of past students from national schools were requested. For the quantitative data it was choose an e-survey, adapted from the EBP: Beliefs, Attitudes, Knowledge, and Behaviors of Physical Therapists Portuguese version questionnaire, consisted of 55 close-ended questions. It was analyzed response frequencies and associations between variables with logistic regression analyses. For the qualitative data, it was choose to perform semi-structured interviews in purposefully selected physical therapists to include different sociodemographic factors (especially those found to be statistically significant in the logistic regression) and survey responses regarding the physical therapists' beliefs, attitudes, knowledge, and behaviors. The interviews were performed in an online software, where only audio contact was performed. The audios were anonymized and verbatim transcribed, and the texts explored by the thematic approach. RESULTS From the 277 physical therapists that shown interest in participating in the study, 193 fully completed the questionnaire and, from those, 10 participated in the interviews. The Portuguese physical therapists reported positive beliefs, attitudes, knowledge, and behaviors regarding EBP. Among the physical therapists characteristics it seems that age (younger therapists), education (participating in continuing education courses; belonging to practice-orientated organizations; having a doctorate degree; pursuing a higher academic degree; and being a clinical instructor), and workplace (working for someone else account; and academic sector) are the main factors in the Portuguese EBP implementation. The Portuguese physical therapists, beyond the physical therapists individual characteristics and workplace, also stated that evidence, patients, clinical experience, schools, country and physical therapy characteristics, may behave as facilitators or barriers when performing an EBP.
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- Ricardo M Ferreira
- Physical Exercise and Sports Department, Polytechnic Institute of Maia, Maia, Porto, Portugal.,Physical Therapy Department, Coimbra Health School, Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra, São Martinho do Bispo, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Physical Exercise and Sports Department, Polytechnic Institute of Maia, Maia, Porto, Portugal.,Physical Exercise and Sports Department, Polytechnic Institute of Bragança, Bragança, Portugal
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- Physical Exercise and Sports Department, Polytechnic Institute of Maia, Maia, Porto, Portugal
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- Physical Therapy Department, Coimbra Health School, Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra, São Martinho do Bispo, Coimbra, Portugal
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Evidence based physiotherapy practice in cardiopulmonary subdiscipline: A survey in United Arab Emirates. Heliyon 2021; 7:e08098. [PMID: 34632155 PMCID: PMC8488807 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2021.e08098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2021] [Revised: 08/04/2021] [Accepted: 09/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background Evidence based practice (EBP) is widely used by cardiopulmonary physical therapists worldwide. Therefore, it is important to identify whether the therapists have the required knowledge, skills and resources in order to deliver the best evidence-based practice. Objectives The main objective of this cross-sectional study is to analyse the self-reported characteristics of behaviour, knowledge, skills and resources, opinion and barriers related to evidence-based practice among cardiopulmonary physical therapists of United Arab Emirates (UAE). Methods An electronic questionnaire was circulated among 60 licensed cardiopulmonary physical therapists, of either gender, practicing in UAE with a minimum experience of 1 year via e-mail. The response was further subjected to descriptive analysis. Results The rate of response was 55% (33/60). The physical therapists of cardiopulmonary disciple reported that they understand the term Evidence Based Practice and frequently update themselves through scientific papers obtained via accessing various databases. Respondents also believe that the exposure in undergraduate or postgraduate course was not sufficient. However, they were also satisfied with amount of discussions taking place regarding EBP at their work place. The barriers commonly reported were difficulty in obtaining full-text papers, lack of time and lack of evidence-based training. Conclusion Thus, concluding that physical therapists from UAE who practiced in cardiopulmonary subdiscipline believe that they have knowledge and skills to use evidence-based practice. Although, they have favourable opinions regarding its application and they still encounter difficulties in implementing it successfully.
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Araujo GA, Correia LCL, Siqueira JR, Nogueira LC, Meziat-Filho N, Costa LOP, Reis FJ. Consensus on evidence-based medicine curriculum contents for healthcare schools in Brazil. BMJ Evid Based Med 2021; 26:248. [PMID: 33441472 DOI: 10.1136/bmjebm-2020-111397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/29/2020] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Healthcare professionals need to take into account their knowledge, skills and attitudes to develop a focused clinical question, perform an effective search of the literature, critically appraise the evidence, and apply to the clinical context and evaluate the effectiveness of the process. To date, there is a lack of consensus on evidence-based medicine (EBM) curriculum for undergraduate healthcare students in Brazil. The aim of this study was to develop a consensus on EBM curriculum contents for healthcare schools in Brazil considering expert opinion. DESIGN Modified three-round Delphi methodology. SETTING Online survey. PARTICIPANTS The expert panel was composed of 40 healthcare professionals from different specialties. Most of the participants (n=24; 60%) were female with the age between 30 and 44 years. Participants were also experts in the field of epidemiology, biostatistics or public health. The mean experience of experts in teaching EBM was 9.5 years. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES An online questionnaire consisting of 89 items related to EBM was sent to the experts. The experts ranked each item of EBM curriculum considering the importance of each item as omitted, mentioned, explained or practised. The last section of the questionnaire was composed of 'additional content' where the experts evaluated only if an item should be included or not, the form of offering the EBM contents and the total workload (in hours/semester). Open-ended questions were present in each section to give the opportunity to experts to insert suggestions. Items that reached values greater than or equal to 70% of agreement among experts was considered definitive for the curriculum. Items between 51% and 69% of agreement were included for the next round and those items with less than or equal to 50% of agreement were considered unnecessary and were excluded. In the third round, the EBM contents were classified according to the degree of consensus as follow: strong (≥70% of agreement), moderate (51%-69% of agreement) and weak (50% of agreement) based on the maximum consensus reached. RESULTS Of the 89 initial contents, 32 (35.9%) reached a strong degree of consensus, 23 (25.8%) moderate degree of consensus, two (2.2%) weak degree of consensus and 35 items were not recommended (≤50% of agreement). The workload suggested by experts should be between 61 and 90 hour/semester and an EBM curriculum should be offered with epidemiology and biostatistics as prerequisites. Regarding the importance of each item, 29 (72.5%) should be explained and 25 (27.5%) should be practised with exercises. CONCLUSIONS The consensus on an EBM curriculum for Brazilian healthcare schools consists of 54 items. This EBM curriculum also presents the degree of consensus (strong, moderate and weak), the importance of each item (mentioned, explained and practised with exercises). A total workload of between 60 and 90 hours per semester was suggested and the EBM curriculum should be offered with epidemiology and biostatistics as prerequisites, but also EBM contents should be included within other disciplines throughout the entire undergraduate course.
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- Physical Therapy, Instituto Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Centro Universitario Augusto Motta, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Centro Universitario Augusto Motta, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Physical Therapy, Instituto Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Mwololo TK, Olivier B, Karuguti WM, Matheri JM. Attitudes, perceptions and barriers around evidence-based practice in sports physiotherapy in Kenya. SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY 2021; 77:1561. [PMID: 34522819 PMCID: PMC8424747 DOI: 10.4102/sajp.v77i1.1561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2021] [Accepted: 06/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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Background Healthcare practitioners are required to integrate clinical experience with the best research evidence for the benefit of the patient. Objective Determine the attitudes, perceptions and barriers regarding evidence-based practice (EBP) in sports physiotherapy in Kenya. Method A quantitative crosssectional study was conducted among licensed physiotherapists in the Republic of Kenya through a self-administered questionnaire. Associations between selected sociodemographic characteristics (gender, age, training, experience, specialisation) and attitudes, perceptions and barriers were determined using a Chi-square test. Results A 55.9% (n = 391) response rate was recorded. A positive attitude towards EBP was reported by 94.6% (n = 370) of the respondents. The most obvious areas of agreement with attitude-and perception-related statements were that 'EBP is important in that patients can receive the best possible treatment' (95.9%; n = 375), and that it is important that 'evidence-based guidelines related to work exist' (84.6%; n = 331). There were no significant associations between the demographic characteristics (gender p = 0.104 [X 2 = 2.638;1]; age p = 0.495 [X 2 = 2.393;3]; training p = 0.590 [X 2 = 4.644;6]; experience p = 0.980 [X 2 = 0.426;4] and specialisation p = 0.649 [X 2= 0.207;1]); and attitudes and perceptions regarding EBP. Insufficient time was highlighted by 57.8% (n = 226) of the respondents as one of the 'most important barriers'. Conclusion Although physiotherapists presented with strong positive attitudes towards EBP in sports physiotherapy, barriers were identified which could hinder the implementation of EBP in sports physiotherapy. Clinical implications Barriers to applying EBP in sports physiotherapy may lead to inferior quality of care for athletes while addressing these barriers is crucial.
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- Thomas K Mwololo
- Department of Physiotherapy, School of Medicine, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Nairobi, Kenya
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Department of Physiotherapy, School of Medicine, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Nairobi, Kenya
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- Department of Physiotherapy, School of Medicine, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Nairobi, Kenya
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Paci M, Faedda G, Ugolini A, Pellicciari L. Barriers to evidence-based practice implementation in physiotherapy: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Qual Health Care 2021; 33:6295946. [PMID: 34110410 DOI: 10.1093/intqhc/mzab093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2020] [Revised: 04/09/2021] [Accepted: 06/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND To review and meta-analyse the evidence about the prevalence of barriers to evidence-based practice (EBP) reported in physiotherapy. METHODS Two independent investigators conducted an extensive electronic search in EMBASE, PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science and CINAHL databases from their inception to July 2020 and included the retrieved articles if they investigated barriers to EBP among physiotherapy professionals. Subsequently, they extracted data and assessed the methodological quality using a scale described in a similar previous study. The outcome for meta-analysis was frequency of each reported barrier. Sub-analyses were performed grouping studies based on countries where surveys were performed, classified as either developed or developing countries. RESULTS Twenty-nine articles were included in the systematic reviews and meta-analysis. Risk of bias assessment of included studies showed a median score: 4 points (interquartile range: 3-4). The findings of meta-analysis revealed that lack of time was the most frequently reported barrier (53.0% [95% confidence interval, 95%CI, 44.0-62.0]), followed by language (36.0% [95%CI 16.0-62.0]), lack of access (34.0% [95%CI 23.0.27]) and lack of statistical skills (31.0% [95%CI 20.0-44.0]). Lack of skills and lack of generalizability were declared as barriers by 27.0% [95%CI 18.0-38.0] and 23.0% [95%CI 15.0-33.0] of responders, respectively. Lack of support and lack of interest are less frequent, with 16.0% [95%CI 11.0-24.0] and 9.0% [95%CI 6.0-15.0] of responses, respectively. Barriers reported in investigations performed in developed countries were less frequent when compared to those performed in developing countries. CONCLUSION Organizational issues and methodological skills seem key issues to allow the implementation of EBP, suggesting the need to adopt or enhance organizational and training strategies to facilitate the implementation of the EBP. Quantitative synthesis showed high heterogeneity for all analyses, and therefore, pooled data should be interpreted with caution.
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- Matteo Paci
- Unit of Functional Rehabilitation, Azienda USL Toscana Centro, Viale Michelangiolo, 41, Florence 50125, Italy
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- Graduate Course in Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla, 3, Florence 50134, Italy
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- Program in Physical Therapy, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla, 3, Florence 50134, Italy
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- IRCCS Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi, Via di Scandicci, 269 I, Florence 50143, Italy
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Núñez-Cortés R, Alvarez G, Pérez-Bracchiglione J, Cabanas-Valdés R, Calvo-Sanz J, Bonfill X, Urrutia G. Reporting results in manual therapy clinical trials: A need for improvement. INT J OSTEOPATH MED 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijosm.2021.06.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Human A, Corten L, Morrow BM. The role of physiotherapy in the respiratory management of children with neuromuscular diseases: A South African perspective. SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY 2021; 77:1527. [PMID: 34131595 PMCID: PMC8186372 DOI: 10.4102/sajp.v77i1.1527] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2020] [Accepted: 02/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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Background Respiratory morbidity is common in children with neuromuscular diseases (NMD) owing to chronic hypoventilation and impaired cough. Optimal, cost-effective respiratory management requires implementation of clinical practice guidelines and a coordinated multidisciplinary team approach. Objectives To explore South African physiotherapists’ knowledge, perception and implementation of respiratory clinical practice guidelines for non-ventilated children with NMD. Methods An online survey was conducted amongst members of the South African Society of Physiotherapy’s Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (CPRG) and Paediatric special interest groups and purposive sampling of non-member South African physiotherapists with respiratory paediatrics expertise (N= 481). Results Most respondents worked in private healthcare, with 1–10 years’ experience treating patients with NMD. For acute and chronic management, most participants recommended nebulisation and 24-h postural management for general respiratory care. Percussions, vibrations, positioning, adapted postural drainage, breathing exercises and manually assisted cough were favoured as airway clearance techniques. In addition, participants supported non-invasive ventilation, oscillatory devices and respiratory muscle training for chronic management. Conclusion Respondents seemed aware of internationally-endorsed NMD clinical practice guidelines and recommendations, but traditional manual airway clearance techniques were favoured. This survey provided novel insight into the knowledge, perspectives and implementation of NMD clinical practice guidelines amongst South African physiotherapists. Clinical implications There is an urgent need to increase the abilities of South African physiotherapists who manage children with NMD, as well as the establishment of specialised centres with the relevant equipment, ventilatory support and expertise in order to provide safe, cost-effective and individualised patient care.
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- Anri Human
- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Healthcare Sciences, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Pretoria, South Africa.,Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Physiotherapy, School of Health Sciences, University of Brighton, Eastbourne, United Kingdom
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- Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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Ibikunle PO, Onwuakagba IU, Maduka EU, Okoye EC, Umunna JO. Perceived barriers to evidence-based practice in stroke management among physiotherapists in a developing country. J Eval Clin Pract 2021; 27:291-306. [PMID: 32424823 DOI: 10.1111/jep.13414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2019] [Revised: 04/10/2020] [Accepted: 04/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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BACKGROUND OF STUDY Like most healthcare disciplines, the physiotherapy profession has embraced the concept of evidence-based practice (EBP) worldwide. However, there is a discrepancy between the amount of research evidence that exists and its use in clinical decision making. AIMS To investigate the barriers physiotherapists in Nigeria encounter in implementing EBP in stroke management. METHODS This was a cross-sectional survey involving consecutively recruited 170 physiotherapists (mean age = 29.92 ± 5.72 years) from conveniently sampled centres in the six geopolitical zones in Nigeria. The Practitioner and Organizational Barriers to Evidence-based Stroke Rehabilitation Questionnaire was used to collect data on EBP among the physiotherapists. Data was summarized using frequency, percentage, mean, and SD and analysed using Spearman rank order, Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney U tests at alpha level of 0.05. RESULTS Insufficient time (47.6%), lack of information resources (42.9%), lack of organizational mandate (42.9%), lack of research skills (30.6%), and poor ability to critically appraise literature (29.4%) were the mostly reported barriers. Most participants had received formal training about EBP, had positive attitude and beliefs about EBP, were highly confident in their abilities to implement EBP, were aware of their roles in EBP, and were interested in acquiring and improving the skills necessary to implement EBP. There was unavailability of resources and support to promote evidence-based practice. EBP uptake was significantly facilitated by having more education on EBP, higher academic degree, less daily workload, more years of experience in stroke rehabilitation, more participation time in research and teaching, and belonging to professional association (P < .05). CONCLUSION Insufficient time, lack of organizational mandates, lack of research skills, poor ability to critically appraise literature and unavailability of resources and organizational support are key barriers to EBP among Nigerian physiotherapists. Nigerian physiotherapists, their regulatory board, and Government need to work in tandem to improve EBP among Nigerian physiotherapists.
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- Peter O Ibikunle
- Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.,Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Calabar, Nigeria
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- Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria
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- Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria
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- Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria
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- Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria
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Information-seeking behaviors and barriers to the incorporation of scientific evidence into clinical practice: A survey with Brazilian dentists. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0249260. [PMID: 33765079 PMCID: PMC7993878 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0249260] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2020] [Accepted: 03/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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The aim of this online cross-sectional study is to identify the sources of scientific information used by Brazilian dentists in clinical decision-making and the barriers that they perceive as important to the incorporation of scientific evidence into clinical practice. A pretested questionnaire created in Google Forms which was made available to participants through links sent by e-mail or shared on Facebook® and Instagram® was used to collect the data between October 2018 and May 2019. Only dentists who were involved in direct or indirect care of patients (i.e. clinicians who performed dental procedures or dental educators who participated in the clinical training of graduate or postgraduate dental students) were asked to complete the questionnaire. The sample was comprised of 528 dentists (the response rate from the alumni database was 6.9%); their mean age was 45.2 years (±12.5) and 30.9% had an academic position. The majority were women (68.0%) and lived in Southern or Southeastern Brazil (96.0%). The sources of scientific information more frequently used by them in clinical decision-making were clinical guidelines (65.1%; 95% CI: 60.9, 69.2), scientific articles (56.8%; 95%CI: 52.5, 61.1) and bibliographic databases (48.3%; 95% CI: 43.9, 52.6). The information resource less frequently used was social media. The most important barriers to the clinical use of scientific evidence were: difficulty in determining whether scientific contents found on the Internet were reliable or not (41.8%; 95% CI: 37.6, 46.2), high cost of access to scientific papers (37.7%; 95% CI: 33.5, 41.9), and lack of time for reading scientific articles (32.4%; 95% CI: 28.4, 36.6). Although Brazilian dentists show a positive attitude towards obtaining scientific evidence from reliable sources, there still remain important barriers to the translation of evidence into practice. This can have significant implications for quality of care and should be further investigated.
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da Silva AM, Padula RS. Factor structure and short version of the modified Fresno test to assess the use of the evidence-based practice in physiotherapists. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2021; 21:135. [PMID: 33639895 PMCID: PMC7912886 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-021-02535-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2019] [Accepted: 02/04/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND The Modified Fresno Test has been used to evaluate the use of the Evidence-Based Physiotherapy (EBP). So far, none of the versions of the Fresno Test were subjected to analysis of the factorial structure. The objective of the study was to describe the exploratory and confirmatory factor structure of the Modified Fresno Test adapted to the Portuguese-Brazilian and analyze the statistical feasibility for the elaboration of a short version. METHODS The questionnaire was applied with a convenience sample of 57 physiotherapists, being 36 professionals (13 of these also professors) and 21 students from the last semester of the physiotherapy course. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) was performed by the method of principal components. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) was performed by the method of maximum likelihood. The total score of the answers in the test and retest was evaluated, totalling 228 observations. Reliability was assessed by means of internal consistency, using Cronbach's alpha coefficient. RESULTS Reliability was satisfactory (α 0.81) for all questions of the instrument. The coefficient α calculated for the corrected item-total showed values higher than 0.20 except for item 9. Preliminary tests for Exploratory Factor Analysis showed acceptable values with Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin (KMO = 0.80) and Bartlett's test of sphericity [chi-square (78) = 1149.615, p < 0.001], indicating that the correlations were sufficient for analysis. The analysis revealed the presence of 3 factors (eigenvalues> 1), which explains 60.9% of the instrument's total variance. In Confirmatory Factor Analysis, none of the indices came close to an acceptable level (≥ 0.90), however, the second model which tested a three-factor structure provided a better fit to the data. From the results of this study the Modified Fresno Test short version was drawn. CONCLUSION The analysis showed good factor validity and adequate internal consistency for the use of the instrument consisting of 13 questions and 3 factors. This model proved to be better than the original model. The short version consisting of 9 questions may be an appropriate alternative for use in the population of interest.
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- Anderson Martins da Silva
- Universidade Cidade de São Paulo, Rua Cesário Galeno 475, São Paulo, SP 03071-000 Brazil
- Course of Physical Therapy of Centro Universitario do Vale do Ribeira, UNIVR/UNISEPE, Registro, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Universidade Cidade de São Paulo, Rua Cesário Galeno 475, São Paulo, SP 03071-000 Brazil
- Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Cidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Araujo AC, Gonzalez GZ, Nascimento DP, Costa LOP. The impact of low back pain systematic reviews and clinical practice guidelines measured by the Altmetric score: Cross-Sectional study. Braz J Phys Ther 2021; 25:48-55. [PMID: 32067898 PMCID: PMC7817857 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2020.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2019] [Revised: 01/28/2020] [Accepted: 01/29/2020] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Although Altmetric has been widely used by researchers to monitor the audience of their articles, there are no studies that have analysed factors associated with Altmetric score for systematic reviews and clinical practice guidelines. OBJECTIVES 1) To analyse factors that could be associated with Altmetric scores for low back pain systematic reviews and clinical practice guidelines. 2) To describe the characteristics of these articles and their Altmetric scores. METHODS We searched for all low back pain systematic reviews and guidelines indexed on the Physiotherapy Evidence Database published between 2015 and 2017. We extracted data related to the published paper, the publishing journal, and Altmetric scores. RESULTS A total of 66 systematic reviews and 5 guidelines were included. The variable impact factor (independent variable) was associated with Altmetric mentioned score (dependent variable) with a β coefficient of 15.4 (95% CI: 0.97, 29.7) ajusted to all remaining variables. The variable number of citations normalized by year of publication (independent variable) was associated with Altmetric reader score (dependent variable) with a β coefficient of 6.4 (95% CI: 4.03, 8.72) ajusted to all remaining variables. We also found that the majority of the systematic reviews and guidelines were published in English, had a descriptive title, were published as open access, included multicenter studies, and had media release generated by the publishing journal. CONCLUSION Metrics related to the number of citations, such as the impact factor are associated with Altmetric scores.
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- Amanda Costa Araujo
- Masters and Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy, Universidade Cidade De São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- Masters and Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy, Universidade Cidade De São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Masters and Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy, Universidade Cidade De São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Vardhan V, Rajpal D, Lal M, Vyas V, Gehdoo RP, Patil S. Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of evidence-based practice among health-care professionals: Results of a cross-sectional questionnaire-based study. MEDICAL JOURNAL OF DR. D.Y. PATIL VIDYAPEETH 2021. [DOI: 10.4103/mjdrdypu.mjdrdypu_269_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Fandim JV, Nitzsche R, Michaleff ZA, Pena Costa LO, Saragiotto B. The contemporary management of neck pain in adults. Pain Manag 2020; 11:75-87. [PMID: 33234017 DOI: 10.2217/pmt-2020-0046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Neck pain is a common condition with a high prevalence worldwide. Neck pain is associated with significant levels of disability and is widely considered an important public health problem. Neck pain is defined as pain perceived between the superior nuchal line and the spinous process of the first thoracic vertebra. In some types of neck conditions, the pain can be referred to the head, trunk and upper limbs. This article aims to provide an overview of the available evidence on prevalence, costs, diagnosis, prognosis, risk factors, prevention and management of patients with neck pain.
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- Junior V Fandim
- Masters & Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy, Universidade Cidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Masters & Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy, Universidade Cidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine, Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare, Bond University, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia
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- Masters & Doctoral Programs in Physical Therapy, Universidade Cidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Aquino CF, Ocarino JM, Cardoso VA, Resende RA, Souza TR, Rabelo LM, Fonseca ST. Current clinical practice and return-to-sport criteria after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a survey of Brazilian physical therapists. Braz J Phys Ther 2020; 25:242-250. [PMID: 32561136 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2020.05.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2019] [Revised: 05/15/2020] [Accepted: 05/28/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Adherence to the use of recommended measures/criteria for return to sport clearance after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction is crucial for successful rehabilitation. OBJECTIVES The purpose of this study was to describe the current clinical practice of Brazilian physical therapists that treat patients after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, including the measures/criteria used to support the decision-making process regarding return to sport. The secondary aim was to investigate factors associated with the use of the most recommended measures/criteria for return to sport. METHODS An electronic survey questionnaire was sent to Brazilian physical therapists. The survey consisted of questions about demographics and professional and clinical practice data related to anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction postoperative rehabilitation and return to sport criteria. Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests were used for analyses. RESULTS A sample of 439 professionals participated in the survey. Only 6.4% of the physical therapists use the most recommended measures/criteria for return to sport after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Professional certification in Sports Physical Therapy was the only factor associated with the use of these recommended measures/criteria (p=0.02). The measures most used for return to sport clearance were related to physical factors (65.3% to 75.1%), such as range of motion and muscle strength. A small number of professionals use questionnaires to assess functional (16.6%) and psychological (19.1%) aspects of their patients to support the decision-making process. CONCLUSION In their clinical practice, most Brazilian physical therapists do not use the recommended measures/criteria for return to sport after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
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- Cecilia Ferreira Aquino
- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil; Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade José do Rosário Vellano, Divinópolis, MG, Brazil; Universidade do Estado de Minas Gerais, Divinópolis, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade José do Rosário Vellano, Divinópolis, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
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Castellini G, Corbetta D, Cecchetto S, Gianola S. Twenty-five years after the introduction of Evidence-based Medicine: knowledge, use, attitudes and barriers among physiotherapists in Italy - a cross-sectional study. BMJ Open 2020; 10:e037133. [PMID: 32499274 PMCID: PMC7282414 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-037133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To explore the knowledge, use, attitudes towards Evidence-based Medicine, also known as Evidence-based Practice (EBP), and perceived barriers to its dissemination among physiotherapists. DESIGN Cross-sectional study. SETTING AND PARTICIPANTS Members of the Italian Association of Physiotherapists (n=2000) were invited to participate in an online survey about EBP knowledge and use. PRIMARY OUTCOME MEASURES The survey questionnaire comprised four sections: (1) respondent characteristics; (2) knowledge of EBP principles; (3) attitude, use and perceived effectiveness of EBP; (4) perceived barriers to implementing EBP in clinical practice. RESULTS Out of 2000 physiotherapists, 1289 participated in the survey (64.5% response rate). Overall, 90% perceived EBP as useful and necessary for their clinical practice. More than 85% stated that they were familiar with the principles of EBP, 75% reported that they were able to search online databases for relevant information and 60% reported that they were able to understand statistical analyses. However, 56% believed that patient preferences and 39% that clinical expertise are not part of the EBP model. Half stated that they understood and could explain the term 'meta-analysis' but only 17% knew what a forest plot is and just 20% correctly judged the finding of a given meta-analysis. Lack of time was reported as the main barrier to EBP. CONCLUSION The majority of Italian physiotherapists overrated their knowledge about EBP, demonstrating a gap between perceived and actual knowledge of EBP in this population.
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- Greta Castellini
- Unit of Clinical Epidemiology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Rehabilitation and Functional Recovery, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
- Physiotherapy Degree Course, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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- Azienda Provinciale per i Servizi Sanitari (APSS), Trento, Italy
- Physiotherapy Degree Course, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Unit of Clinical Epidemiology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milano, Italy
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Santos EDCD, Silva JDSD, Assis Filho MTTD, Vidal MB, Lunardi AC. Use of lung expansion techniques on drained and non-drained pleural effusion: survey with 232 physiotherapists. FISIOTERAPIA EM MOVIMENTO 2020. [DOI: 10.1590/1980-5918.33.ao05] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Abstract Introduction: Techniques for lung expansion seem to benefit patients with drained and undrained pleural effusion, but there is a lack of evidence to indicate which technique is best in each situation. Currently, the therapeutic choices of respiratory physiotherapists serving this population are not known. Objective: To know which lung expansion techniques are chosen by chest physiotherapists who assist patients with drained and non-drained pleural effusion. Method: Through the announcement of the Federal Council, 232 physiotherapists who work in hospitals in Brazil were questioned about which techniques they apply to patients with drained and non-drained effusion. Results: Initially, 512 were questioned but 232 (45.3%) answered. The physiotherapists associate more than one technique of lung expansion in both types of patients, besides walking. Deep breathing is the most used technique in patients with drained (92%) and non-drained (77%) pleural effusion. Positive pressure exercises in the airways are chosen by 60% of the physiotherapists to treat patients with drained pleural effusion and by 34% to treat patients with non-drained pleural effusion. Yet the incentive spirometry are used with 66% of patients with drained pleural effusion and 42% with non-drained ones. Conclusion: Deep breathing is the most applied lung expansion technique in the treatment of patients with drained and non-drained pleural effusion by chest physiotherapists. In addition, there is association between greatest degree and time of professional performance and the chosen techniques.
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Nascimento LR, Fernandes MOP, Teixeira-Salmela LF, Scianni AA. Personal and organizational characteristics associated with evidence-based practice reported by Brazilian physical therapists providing service to people with stroke: a cross-sectional mail survey. Braz J Phys Ther 2019; 24:349-357. [PMID: 31160221 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2019.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2019] [Revised: 04/09/2019] [Accepted: 05/20/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Although evidence-based practice has been widely used by physical therapists, data variation suggests that its implementation may be influenced by a number of factors. Population-specific information is required to help enhance the use of research in clinical practice. OBJECTIVE To identify the personal and organizational characteristics associated with the use of evidence-based practice by physical therapists providing services to people with stroke in Brazil. METHODS A cross-sectional mail survey was conducted. The Brazilian versions of the questionnaires "Practitioner and Organizational Barriers to Evidence-based Stroke Rehabilitation" and "Evidence-based practice self-efficacy scale" were mailed to physical therapists. Logistic regression analysis was used to explore associations between personal and organizational characteristics with education, attitudes, beliefs, interest, and perceived role, perceived support, and organizational resources for evidence-based practice. RESULTS The response rate was 36% (n=94). Ten characteristics explained 57% of the variance associated with attitudes and beliefs, and interest and perceived role for evidence-based practice. Nine characteristics explained 50% of the variance associated with perceived support and organizational resources for evidence-based practice. The most frequently cited barrier was lack of time (62%). CONCLUSIONS Although participants had positive attitudes regarding evidence-based practice, there is a need to develop a supportive organizational infrastructure, in addition to enhancing skills of the evidence-based practitioner, to increase research integration in physical therapy practice for assessing and treating people with stroke. Potential strategies should include use of evidence-based practice during undergraduate programs, partnership with professional practice-oriented organizations, and investments to enable research-related activities.
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- Lucas Rodrigues Nascimento
- NeuroGroup, Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil; Center of Health Sciences, Discipline of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo (UFES), Vitória, ES, Brazil.
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- NeuroGroup, Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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Snöljung Å, Gustafsson LK. Physiotherapy: How to work with evidence in daily practice. J Eval Clin Pract 2019; 25:216-223. [PMID: 30259604 DOI: 10.1111/jep.13035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2018] [Accepted: 08/31/2018] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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RATIONALE, AIMS, AND OBJECTIVES The concept of evidence-based health care has gained increasing currency over the past decades; however, questions persist regarding how to overcome the gap between research and health care practice. The question arises whether this gap derives from a true knowledge deficit or from physiotherapists' perception of working with evidence. The aim of the current study was to illuminate changes to the meaning of working with evidence experienced by a cohort of physiotherapists following an education program. METHODS A phenomenological hermeneutic design with open-ended group interviews was carried out with physiotherapists who had participated in an education program about evidence and how to implement evidence-based practice (EBP) in day-to-day practice. FINDINGS The interviews provided descriptions of working with evidence according to three major themes: "Confidence with the concept of evidence in relation to a way of working"; "Experience of EBP as a duty to seek evidence for individual patients"; and "EBP experienced as an integrated and patient-oriented activity". CONCLUSIONS The physiotherapists' lived experiences demonstrated that the participants' perception of the concept of evidence mainly concerned a broadening of the definition of evidence, and this altered perception of evidence could interpreted as the physiotherapists viewing EBP as a more integrated and patient-oriented activity than before.
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- Åsa Snöljung
- School of Health, Care and Social Welfare, Division of Physiotherapy, Mälardalen University, Sweden
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- Division of Caring Science, School of Health, Care and Social Welfare, Mälardalen University, Eskilstuna, Sweden
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Dao HT, Pichaiyongwongdee S, Sullivan PE, Prasertsukdee S, Apinonkul B. Are physical therapists in Viet Nam ready to implement evidence-based practice? A survey. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2018; 18:317. [PMID: 30577798 PMCID: PMC6303861 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-018-1428-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2018] [Accepted: 12/10/2018] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND Evidence-based practice (EBP) enhances healthcare services and keeps providers current with best practices. EBP has been adopted and spread worldwide. However, people will not apply it if they do not know, understand, or believe it. Few studies have considered EBP application in Viet Nam. This study explores whether Vietnamese physical therapists' attitude, knowledge, skills toward EBP and barriers to its use make them ready to implement its practice. METHODS A survey questionnaire was sent directly to physical therapists in governmental healthcare organizations in Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam, from July to October, 2017. It consisted of 41 closed- and open-ended questions related to knowledge, attitude, behaviors, frequency of use, and barriers of EBP and the demographic characteristics of participants. Descriptive statistics and significant correlations were determined from Chi-Square statistics or odds ratios between the variables. RESULTS The return rate was 93% (421 out of 453). Eliminated were 40 responses inconsistent with inclusion criteria. The 381 eligible participants were more female (62%) than male, about 53% had vocational degrees, less than 1% had M.S. degrees. Participants reported a positive attitude toward EBP. An incongruity existed between knowledge/ skills of EBP and the frequency of using its 5 steps. English competence was the most critical barrier to applying EBP. The significant associations between attitude and knowledge, and demographical attributes indicated that younger therapists with lower educational degrees had less knowledge of EBP and they rarely employed the application and analytical steps 4 and 5. CONCLUSIONS The incongruity between knowledge and use of EBP may result from the lack of EBP in academic education. The skills of reading professional articles in the English language and understanding and applying the steps of EBP should be emphasized in academic physical therapy programs. Additionally, policy makers should consider the number of patients a day per physical therapist which impacts EBP use and the quality of healthcare service.
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- Hiep Thi Dao
- Faculty of Physical Therapy, Mahidol University, 999 Phuttamonthon 4 Road, Salaya, Nakhon Pathom, 73170 Thailand
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- Faculty of Physical Therapy, Mahidol University, 999 Phuttamonthon 4 Road, Salaya, Nakhon Pathom, 73170 Thailand
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- Faculty of Physical Therapy, Mahidol University, 999 Phuttamonthon 4 Road, Salaya, Nakhon Pathom, 73170 Thailand
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- Faculty of Physical Therapy, Mahidol University, 999 Phuttamonthon 4 Road, Salaya, Nakhon Pathom, 73170 Thailand
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- Faculty of Physical Therapy, Mahidol University, 999 Phuttamonthon 4 Road, Salaya, Nakhon Pathom, 73170 Thailand
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Mendonça LDM, Bittencourt NFN, Alves LEM, Resende RA, Serrão FV. Interventions used for Rehabilitation and Prevention of Patellar Tendinopathy in athletes: a survey of Brazilian Sports Physical Therapists. Braz J Phys Ther 2018; 24:46-53. [PMID: 30581095 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2018.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2018] [Revised: 10/30/2018] [Accepted: 12/06/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES (1) To identify the type and frequency of interventions used by Brazilian physical therapists to treat and prevent the occurrence of patellar tendinopathy in athletes and the criteria used to return to sport; (2) to compare the interventions used to the grade of recommendation of current evidence. METHODS Design: cross-sectional study. SETTING online survey throughout sports physical therapy association. PARTICIPANTS Physical therapists who were invited to complete a structured questionnaire. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Interventions more frequently used for treating and preventing PT in athletes and the criteria used to define return to sport. RESULTS One-hundred and twenty-one physical therapists participated in this study. Quadriceps eccentric strengthening (75.2%), education (61.2%) and lower limb joint/lumbo-pelvic stabilization/hamstrings stretching (59.5%) were more frequently cited for prevention purposes, while lower limb joint stabilization (81.8%), education (80.2%) and myofascial release (78.5%) were more frequently reported for treatment. The majority of the physical therapists based their decision of athlete discharge on a combination of pain intensity, function and functional test results (44.6%). CONCLUSION There was inconsistency between interventions used in clinical practice and interventions recommended by the best available evidence.
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- Luciana De Michelis Mendonça
- Physical Therapy Department, School of Biological and Health Sciences (FCBS), Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e do Mucuri (UFVJM), Diamantina, MG, Brazil; Postgraduate Program of Rehabilitation and Functional Performance (PPGReab), Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e do Mucuri (UFVJM), Diamantina, MG, Brazil.
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- Physical Therapy Department, School of Biological and Health Sciences (FCBS), Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e do Mucuri (UFVJM), Diamantina, MG, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program of Rehabilitation and Functional Performance (PPGReab), Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e do Mucuri (UFVJM), Diamantina, MG, Brazil; Physical Therapy Department, School of Physical Education, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Physical Therapy Department, Universidade Federal de São Carlos (UFSCar), São Carlos, SP, Brazil; Postgraduate Program of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal de São Carlos (UFSCar), São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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Evidence-Based Practice in Primary Care Occupational Therapy: A Cross-Sectional Survey in Sweden. Occup Ther Int 2018; 2018:5376764. [PMID: 30538614 PMCID: PMC6230405 DOI: 10.1155/2018/5376764] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2018] [Accepted: 09/19/2018] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Introduction Understanding of attitudes, knowledge, and behaviour related to evidence-based practice (EBP) and guidelines in Swedish occupational therapy is limited. The study aims were to investigate attitudes, knowledge, and behaviour related to evidence-based practice and guidelines of Swedish occupational therapists in primary care. Methods A web-based survey of 94 Swedish primary care occupational therapists (response rate 53.7%). Data were analysed using logistic regressions. Results Attitudes towards EBP and guidelines were highly positive (97%–98%). About half of the respondents reported confidence in finding and using evidence. Almost two-thirds reported being aware of guidelines and 47% knowing where to find guidelines. Four-fifths stated that they had easy access to guidelines and 75% that they used guidelines frequently. Men were more likely to feel confident to find research (OR 8.58, 95% CI 1.03 to 71.66; p = 0.047) and have easy access to guidelines (OR 9.10, 95% CI 1.94 to 42.83; p = 0.005). Occupational therapists older than 50 years were more likely to integrate patient preferences with guideline use (OR 6.44, 95% CI 1.14 to 36.57; p = 0.035). Few reported reading scientific articles, and many expressed uncertainty in finding research. The main barrier for using guidelines was reported to be lack of time. Conclusion Although attitudes among primary care occupational therapists towards EBP are positive and a large proportion report using guidelines, many state that they want to learn more and improve their evidence-based practice skills. The findings suggest that education measures need to be taken to address the identified shortcomings.
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Claudino R, de Pietro Simoes N, da Silva T. Evidence-Based Practice: a survey of Brazilian physical therapists from the dermatology subdiscipline. Braz J Phys Ther 2018; 23:395-401. [PMID: 30366844 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2018.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2018] [Revised: 10/02/2018] [Accepted: 10/03/2018] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Dermatology is a relatively new subdiscipline of physical therapy with growth potential. Therefore, it is important to identify whether professionals from this area have the knowledge and skills required to offer the best available service based on evidence-based practice. OBJECTIVES To describe the self-reported behavior, knowledge, skills, opinion, and barriers related to the evidence-based practice of Brazilian physical therapists from the dermatology subdiscipline. METHODS An adapted electronic questionnaire was sent by the Brazilian Association of Dermatology Physical Therapy via email to all registered members. The data were analyzed descriptively. RESULTS The response rate was 40.4% (101/250). Brazilian physical therapists from the dermatology subdiscipline reported that they update themselves equally through scientific papers and courses, and access preferentially databases that offer scientific papers in the Portuguese language. Respondents believe they have sufficient knowledge to use evidence-based practice, inform patients about treatment options and consider their choices in the decision-making process. However, there were inconsistencies in responses regarding the experience with evidence-based practice during undergraduate or postgraduate degree, as well as having discussions about evidence-based practice in the workplace. The barriers most frequently reported were difficulty to obtain full-text papers, lack of quality of the scientific papers, applicability of the findings into clinical practice, lack of evidence-based practice training and difficulty to understand the statistics. CONCLUSION Brazilian physical therapists from the dermatology subdiscipline have positive perceived behavior, believe that they have sufficient knowledge and skills, and have favorable opinion related to evidence-based practice. However, there are inconsistencies related to some aspects of knowledge and skills set.
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- Renato Claudino
- Centro Universitário Estácio de Santa Catarina, São José, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Department of Health Professions, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia.
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Cobo-Sevilla V, de Oliveira-Ferreira I, Moposita-Baño L, Paredes-Sánchez V, Ramos-Guevara J. Evidence-based physiotherapy clinical practice in the public health-care service in Ecuador. PHYSIOTHERAPY RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2018; 24:e1745. [DOI: 10.1002/pri.1745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2018] [Revised: 07/12/2018] [Accepted: 08/15/2018] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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- Verónica Cobo-Sevilla
- Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy Department, School of Health Sciences; Mexico y El Salvador, Unidad de Investigación Facultad Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Técnica de Ambato; Ambato Ecuador
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- Physical Therapy Department, School of Health Sciences; Universidad Técnica de Ambato; Ambato Ecuador
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- Physical Therapy Department, School of Health Sciences; Universidad Técnica de Ambato; Pelileo Ecuador
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- Physical Therapy Department, School of Health Sciences; Universidad Técnica de Ambato; Ambato Ecuador
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Quartey J, Kwakye S. Barriers to evidence-based physiotherapy practice for stroke survivors in Ghana. SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY 2018; 74:423. [PMID: 30135919 PMCID: PMC6093111 DOI: 10.4102/sajp.v74i1.423] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2017] [Accepted: 02/22/2018] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Background Physiotherapy has evolved over the years, and this has led to an increasing demand in using evidence as a basis for making clinical decisions because evidence-based interventions for stroke have been shown to be effective. However, the inability to carry out any of the evidence-based practice (EBP) processes may constitute a barrier to its application in practice. Aim To determine the barriers to EBP of physiotherapy services for stroke survivors in Ghana. Methods A cross-sectional study that involved 121 physiotherapists of the Ghana Physiotherapy Association providing services to stroke survivors. Physiotherapists completed a self-administered questionnaire. Logistic regressions were used to examine relationships between socio-demographic and practice characteristics of respondents and each practitioner factor. A logistic regression was used to identify the association between organisational characteristics and each organisational factor that facilitates EBP. Results Self-efficacy ratings for performing EBP were below 50% for critical appraisal of the literature and interpretation of statistics. All the participants stated that they had organisational challenges, which tend to affect the implementation of evidence-based physiotherapy practice for stroke. The five most reported barriers to updating knowledge on EBP included lack of organisational mandate (56.2%), insufficient time (46.3%), lack of information resources (43%), lack of understanding of statistics (35.5%) and lack of interest (33.1%). Conclusion Lack of adequate resources, lack of organisational support and low self-efficacy to perform EBP activities constitute barriers to implementing EBP for stroke survivors. Clinical implications Findings of the study reinforce the need to develop a supportive organisational infrastructure to increase research integration in physiotherapy practice.
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Police Hospital, Cantonments, Accra, Ghana
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Physiotherapists' behaviour, attitudes, awareness, knowledge and barriers in relation to evidence-based practice implementation in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study. INT J EVID-BASED HEA 2018; 15:127-141. [PMID: 28399014 PMCID: PMC5592985 DOI: 10.1097/xeb.0000000000000106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Aim: The implementation of evidence-based practice (EBP) is extremely important and plays a vital role in healthcare practice. There have been few studies concerning the level of healthcare provided to patients in Saudi Arabia, using EBP as an indicator. This study is aimed at investigating physiotherapists’ behaviour, attitudes, awareness and knowledge about EBP, along with barriers that curb the implementation of EBP. Methods: A sample of convenience was used and an online survey consisting of 14 closed-ended questions was given to both clinical and academic physiotherapists in Saudi Arabia from May to October 2016. Data regarding demographics, behaviour, attitudes, awareness, knowledge, previous formal training and barriers to implementation of EBP were recorded. The data were analysed using IBM SPSS version 19. Results: A total of 604 physiotherapists participated in the survey, out of which 385 respondents provided complete data. Nine participants were undergraduate physiotherapy students or not physiotherapists and their responses were excluded. The final number of participants included in data analysis was 376. The majority of the participants were men (60.4%) and most of them had completed their bachelor degree (66.2%). Although most physiotherapists reported a positive attitude towards the use of research in practice, there were many who were unfamiliar with the terms and implementation of EBP. The majority of physiotherapists had no formal EBP training (70.2%) in universities or any authorized training centres. According to the responses collected, the most important barrier to the implementation of EBP was insufficient teaching in previous education (43.1%), followed by lack of research knowledge and skills (36.4%). The study revealed that there was a significant association between physiotherapists’ attitude and their education level, while no significant associations were identified based on other demographic data. In addition, there were significant associations between physiotherapists’ awareness and knowledge and demographics such as education level, work setting, job title and previous training in EBP. Conclusion: There is a prominent gap in terms of understanding and applying the concept of EBP among physiotherapists in Saudi Arabia. Given that the majority of practicing physiotherapists reported no formal training in EBP, there is a need to integrate concepts related to EBP into the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. In addition, strategies must be developed and implemented to encourage practicing physiotherapists for gaining knowledge and proficiency in EBP.
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Gonzalez GZ, Moseley AM, Maher CG, Nascimento DP, Costa LDCM, Costa LO. Methodologic Quality and Statistical Reporting of Physical Therapy Randomized Controlled Trials Relevant to Musculoskeletal Conditions. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2018; 99:129-136. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2017.08.485] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2017] [Revised: 08/27/2017] [Accepted: 08/29/2017] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Adherence to Back Pain Clinical Practice Guidelines by Brazilian Physical Therapists: A Cross-sectional Study. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2017; 42:E1251-E1258. [PMID: 28399548 DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000002190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN This was a cross-sectional observational study. OBJECTIVES (i) to investigate whether Brazilian physical therapists make clinical decisions for patients with low back pain based upon clinical practice guidelines and (ii) to determine whether the physical therapists are able to recognize differential diagnoses of low back pain associated with red or yellow flags. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA Early adherence to clinical practice guidelines may accelerate recovery and reduce the costs associated with low back pain. It is unknown whether Brazilian physical therapists follow clinical practice guidelines to make their clinical decisions in the treatment of patients with low back pain. METHODS The sample consisted of physical therapists from two Brazilian physical therapy associations. The data were collected via electronic survey and face-to-face interviews. The survey was composed of six hypothetical clinical cases of low back pain, which served as a basis to evaluate clinical decisions and adherence to clinical practice guidelines for low back pain. The study participants had 27 possible answers for each clinical case and could choose up to five answers. The results were analyzed in three ways: full adherence, partial adherence, or no adherence to the recommendations from clinical practice guidelines. RESULTS A total of 530 physical therapists were invited and 189 participated in the study (response rate = 35.6%). Full adherence to the guidelines was low for all six cases (rates ranging from 5%-24%). Partial adherence to the guidelines was higher when compared with full adherence (rates ranging from 32%-75%). The participants were more likely to identify differential diagnoses associated with yellow flags than with red flags. CONCLUSION Brazilian physical therapists are not using the best available evidence in their clinical decision making for patients with low back pain. Wider dissemination of clinical practice guidelines should be urgently undertaken. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 2.
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Hariohm K, Jeyanthi S, Kumar JS, Prakash V. Description of interventions is under-reported in physical therapy clinical trials. Braz J Phys Ther 2017; 21:281-286. [PMID: 28579012 PMCID: PMC5537478 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2017.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2016] [Revised: 07/14/2016] [Accepted: 09/27/2016] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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A clear definition and description of the interventions in randomized controlled trials are pre-requisites for implementation in clinical practice. There is a trend among investigators to describe control group interventions poorly compared to the experimental group. The readers would not be able to apply the findings of the trial to their clinical practice if the interventions are poorly described.
Background Amongst several barriers to the application of quality clinical evidence and clinical guidelines into routine daily practice, poor description of interventions reported in clinical trials has received less attention. Although some studies have investigated the completeness of descriptions of non-pharmacological interventions in randomized trials, studies that exclusively analyzed physical therapy interventions reported in published trials are scarce. Objectives To evaluate the quality of descriptions of interventions in both experimental and control groups in randomized controlled trials published in four core physical therapy journals. Methods We included all randomized controlled trials published from the Physical Therapy Journal, Journal of Physiotherapy, Clinical Rehabilitation, and Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation between June 2012 and December 2013. Each randomized controlled trial (RCT) was analyzed and coded for description of interventions using the checklist developed by Schroter et al. Results Out of 100 RCTs selected, only 35 RCTs (35%) fully described the interventions in both the intervention and control groups. Control group interventions were poorly described in the remaining RCTs (65%). Conclusions Interventions, especially in the control group, are poorly described in the clinical trials published in leading physical therapy journals. A complete description of the intervention in a published report is crucial for physical therapists to be able to use the intervention in clinical practice.
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- The Centre for Evidence Based Neuro-Rehabilitation (CEBNR), Chennai, Tamilnadu, India.
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- The Centre for Evidence Based Neuro-Rehabilitation (CEBNR), Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- The Centre for Evidence Based Neuro-Rehabilitation (CEBNR), Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Ashok & Rita Patel Institute of Physiotherapy, Charotar University of Science and Technology, Changa, Gujarat, India
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Silva AM, Costa LCM, Comper ML, Padula RS. Cross-cultural adaptation and reproducibility of the Brazilian-Portuguese version of the modified FRESNO Test to evaluate the competence in evidence based practice by physical therapists. Braz J Phys Ther 2016; 20:26-47. [PMID: 26786079 PMCID: PMC4835163 DOI: 10.1590/bjpt-rbf.2014.0140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2014] [Revised: 04/27/2015] [Accepted: 09/11/2015] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The Modified Fresno Test was developed to assess knowledge and skills of both physical therapy (PT) professionals and students to use evidence-based practice (EBP). OBJECTIVES To translate the Modified Fresno Test into Brazilian-Portuguese and to evaluate the test's reproducibility. METHOD The first step consisted of adapting the instrument into the Brazilian-Portuguese language. Then, a total of 57 participants, including PT students, PT professors and PT practitioners, completed the translated instrument. The responses from the participants were used to evaluate reproducibility of the translated instrument. Internal consistency was calculated using the Cronbach's alpha. Reliability was calculated using the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) for continuous variables, and the Kappa coefficient (K) for categorical variables. The agreement was assessed using the standard error of the measurement (SEM). RESULTS The cross-cultural adaptation process was appropriate, providing an adequate Brazilian-Portuguese version of the instrument. The internal consistency was good (α=0.769). The reliability for inter- and intra-rater assessment were ICC=0.89 (95% CI 0.82 to 0.93); for evaluator 1 was ICC=0.85 (95% CI 0.57 to 0.93); and for evaluator 2 was ICC=0.98 (95% CI 0.97 to 0.99). The SEM was 13.04 points for inter-rater assessment, 12.57 points for rater 1 and 4.59 points for rater 2. CONCLUSION The Brazilian-Portuguese language version of the Modified Fresno Test showed satisfactory results in terms of reproducibility. The Modified Fresno Test will allow physical therapy professionals and students to be evaluated on the use of understanding EBP.
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- Anderson M. Silva
- Programa de Mestrado e Doutorado em Fisioterapia, Universidade Cidade de
São Paulo (UNICID), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
- Curso de Fisioterapia, Faculdades Integradas do Vale do Ribeira,
Registro, SP, Brazil
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- Programa de Mestrado e Doutorado em Fisioterapia, Universidade Cidade de
São Paulo (UNICID), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Programa de Mestrado e Doutorado em Fisioterapia, Universidade Cidade de
São Paulo (UNICID), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
- Curso de Fisioterapia, União Metropolitana de Ensino e Cultura, Itabuna,
BA, Brazil
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- Programa de Mestrado e Doutorado em Fisioterapia, Universidade Cidade de
São Paulo (UNICID), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Ramírez-Vélez R, Bagur-Calafat MC, Correa-Bautista JE, Girabent-Farrés M. Barriers against incorporating evidence-based practice in physical therapy in Colombia: current state and factors associated. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2015; 15:220. [PMID: 26655253 PMCID: PMC4676864 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-015-0502-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2015] [Accepted: 12/04/2015] [Indexed: 05/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Evidence-based practice (EBP) has been widely implemented in differing areas of physiotherapy. Nevertheless, few studies have investigated EBP-related barriers amongst Latin-American physical therapists working in primary care. The primary objective of this study was to describe the current state concerning perceived barriers engagement in EBP among physical therapy in Colombia. A secondary objective was to identify factors associated with barriers to implementation EBP. METHODS A cross-sectional online survey was conducted. The study involved physical therapists working in public and private hospital who were contacted through professional networks (Email, Facebook®, ResearchGate® and Linked-In®) and invited to participate. Multiple logistic regression (MLR) and multiple correspondence analysis (MCA) were used for examining factors associated with perceived barriers to including EBP in their work. RESULTS The final sample size was 1064 (77.2 % female). Forty-one percent of the respondents indicated that a "lack of research skills" was the most important barrier to evidence being used in practice. MLR analysis suggested that several variables were associated with perceived barriers to including EBP: i.e. hours of work per week, current main role in therapy center and undergraduate degree. The MCA model established two groups of similarities regarding the different barriers; the "lack of understanding of statistical analysis", "insufficient time" and "understanding of the English in which articles are written" barriers were weighted more heavily regarding in the first group (the second factor on MCA) and the rest barriers on the second group (first factor on the MCA). CONCLUSIONS Although most physiotherapists had a positive opinion regarding EBP, they considered that they needed to improve their knowledge, skills and attitudes towards EBP. Initiatives to advance EBP in Colombia with no academic or research tradition should primarily target practitioner-level factors.
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- Robinson Ramírez-Vélez
- Centro de Estudios en Medición de la Actividad Física (CEMA), Escuela de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad del Rosario, Bogotá, D.C, Colombia.
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- Centro de Estudios en Medición de la Actividad Física (CEMA), Escuela de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad del Rosario, Bogotá, D.C, Colombia.
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