Physical Therapist
They design and implement personalized treatment plans to help patients improve mobility, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent future injuries.
Physical Therapists utilize a variety of techniques, including exercise, manual therapy, modalities, and patient education, to help their clients achieve optimal physical health and wellbeing.
They work across a wide range of settings, including hospitals, clinics, schools, and private practices, collaborating with other healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.
Physical Therapists play a crucial role in helping individuals of all ages recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and enhance their quality of lief.
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1. Their conceptual relatedness to the content of the domain (i.e., Knowledge, Skills, Professional role, and Memory);
2. Their inclusion in relevant theories frequently used in the field of behavior change (and thus ready access to existing items): the Theory of Planned Behavior [41 (link)] (i.e., Perceived behavioral control, Attitude, Subjective norm, and Intention) and Social Cognitive Theory [42 (link)] (i.e., Self-efficacy, Outcome expectancies, and Social support);
3. The existence of validated scales to measure constructs (i.e., Role clarity, Optimism, Emotions, Action planning, Coping planning, Automaticity); and/or
4. Constructs’ relevance to the implementation of PA intervention in routine healthcare by mapping factors resulting from previous research [13 (link),43 (link)] onto the TDF domains (i.e., Reinforcement, Priority, Characteristics of the innovation, Characteristics of the socio-political context, Characteristics of the organization, Characteristics of the participants, Characteristics of the innovation strategy, Descriptive norm).
Second, for each domain a minimum of two and a maximum of 24 items were developed, with an average of 4 items for each construct. Items were related to the target behavior ‘delivering PA interventions following the guidelines’. Items measuring the constructs within the domains ‘Knowledge’, ‘Beliefs about capabilities’, ‘Social influences’, ‘Emotion’, ‘Behavioral regulation’, and ‘Nature of the behaviors’ [37 (link),41 (link),42 (link),44 -49 ] were adapted from previously published questionnaires. The content of these items was based on previous research on factors influencing the implementation of PA intervention in routine healthcare [13 (link),43 (link)]. For instance, items measuring the constructs Self-efficacy [41 (link)] and Coping planning [47 (link)] were developed so that they included HCPs’ barriers of lack of time and patient motivation. Items measuring constructs within the domains ‘Skills’, ‘Social/professional role and identity’, ‘Memory, attention, and decision processes’ were based on results of the discriminant content validity study [40 (link)]. With regard to the domain ‘Beliefs about consequences’, items measuring the constructs Attitude [41 (link)] and Outcome expectancies [42 (link)] were adapted from previously published questionnaires, whereas items measuring the construct Reinforcement were newly developed (as none could be located in the literature). Regarding the domain ‘Motivation and goals’, items measuring the construct Intention were adapted from a previously published questionnaire [41 (link)], while items were newly developed for the construct Priority. Furthermore, new items were created for the domain ‘Environmental context and resources’. New items were developed based on discussions between WAG, MRC, and JMH. These discussions were informed by the academic literature on the concept and definition of specific domains and constructs, questions to identify behavior change processes as formulated by Michie et al. [28 (link)], and themes emerging from interviews on the implementation of PA interventions [43 (link)]. Finally, the questionnaire was piloted among five colleague researchers and a sample of eight physical therapists. Piloting indicated that the questionnaire was easily understood and well received by the respondents.
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All patients were admitted to the ICU after surgery. An A1 paper size (84 × 59 cm) mobilization poster for each patient room was developed (Fig.
7 dedicated physical therapists trained for cardio-thoracic physiotherapy practice participated in the study. Physical therapists were trained in ACSM and TCT classification and a pocket card was handed out for daily use. Nurses and surgical staff were also educated on the importance of early mobilization. One physical therapy intern was added to the team in the PMG, and received similar training. A physiotherapist noted down patient-reported ACSM score daily at each patient room, and was collected after discharge. After interim analysis, the mobilization poster (Translated from Dutch to English, Fig.
ACSM score (see Table
Change in in-hospital ACSM score and a more detailed Thorax Centrum Twente score (TCT) were defined as primary endpoints. Secondary endpoints included ICU length of stay, surgical ward stay and 30-, 120-day and overall survival. Follow-up on mortality was 100% and ended 1 February 2021. Baseline characteristics were determined based on EuroSCORE II definitions [23 (link)]. Rethoracotomy within 30 days, red blood cell transfusions, and rhythm problems were defined according to Netherlands Heart Registry definitions [24 ]. Temporary pacemaker leads were removed at postoperative day 2 to 5, depending on the type of surgery and underlying rhythm. Having a temporary pacemaker lead was no constraint for mobilization.
A 3 weeks interval of cardio-thoracic surgery determined UCG study size. A consecutive 3 weeks interval determined PMG size and was followed by 6 months use of the poster as new standard care (PMG).
The investigation conforms with the principles outlined in the Declaration of Helsinki [25 (link)]. This study was exempted from the Medical Research Involving Human Subjects Act by the Medical Ethics Committee Twente (METC Twente: K16-85) and was approved by the local institutional review board. Patients therefore did not sign informed consent.
Day 1: Breathing exercises, coughing techniques, control mobilization upper- and lower extremities, transfer from bed to chair with assistance;
Day 2: Exercises as on day 1. Self-transfer from bed to chair with or without assistance, ambulation with assistance for 20 m at surgical ward;
Day 3: Exercises as on day 2. Ambulation with increase in distance (± 15 m) and frequency (3 times), cycling for 5–10 min with 0–10 Watt depending on hemodynamic stability;
Day 4: Exercises as on day 3. Walking stairs (1 floor) with assistance, information on home mobilization, increase cycling duration (5–10 min) and power (10–15 Watt).
The aerobic protocol was as follows: 24 patients diagnosed with SCZ were paired with 24 sedentary controls without mental illness. The program lasted 12 weeks and consisted of 1-h aerobic exercise sessions twice a week. The sessions were carried out individually or at most in pairs and monitored by a physiotherapist blinded to the evaluations. The participants were monitored using a Polar FT1® frequency meter with results adjusted for age, sex, weight, and height. Measurements ranged from 70 to 80% of the maximum heart rate calculated using Karvonen’s formula.
A standard aerobic session consisted of the following: a 5-min warm-up at a comfortable intensity followed by aerobic exercise of increasing intensity with one of three modalities: (a) a bicycle ergometer (Embreex 367C, Brazil), (b) a treadmill (Embreex 566BX, Brazil), or (c) an elliptical trainer (Embreex 219, Brazil). This strategy was consistent with public health recommendations that suggest tailoring the program to individual preferences, which has been proven to be feasible in patients diagnosed with SCZ. A trained professional coordinated the intervention sessions with guidance and equipment adjustments and encouraged each participant to perform the exercises in the best way possible. After completing the aerobic exercise, participants globally stretched the major muscle groups.
The functional protocol was as follows: 14 patients diagnosed with SCZ were paired with 14 sedentary controls without mental illness. The program lasted 12 weeks and consisted of 1-h physical function training sessions twice a week. The participants carried out the program in trios or quartets and were trained by a physical therapist blinded to the evaluations.
A standard session consisted of the following: a 5-min warm-up with stationary walking, followed by 15 min of muscle and joint mobility exercises. Then, 25 min of global muscle endurance exercises (paravertebrae, abdominals, extensors, flexors, adductors, hip abductors, flexors and extensors of the shoulders, knees, and elbows) based on the basic movements of functional training (sit and stand, pull and push, and rotate and advance) were performed, followed by 15 min of respiratory body awareness work. A maximum number of repetitions were performed in 30 s (only once per exercise) and accessories such as balls, elastic bands, and dumbbells were used according to the level of resistance required.
The pilot C-UEFI was then produced and tested on 10 people with chronic stroke and five healthy controls. All 15 pilot trial participants agreed that the pilot version was fluent, clear, and comprehensible. After the pilot study, no further revision was needed, and the final C-UEFI was established. Finally, we tested the psychometric properties of the C-UEFI.
Each participant was scanned in a relaxed supine position. The examiner placed the probe on the anterior aspect of the thigh, perpendicular to its long axis at a point midway between the anterior superior iliac spine and the proximal end of the patella according to a previous study.9 (link)) The examiner identified the subcutaneous adipose tissue, rectus femoris, vastus intermedius, and the femur. Excess gel was applied to the skin to minimize distortion. Three examiners performed image acquisition to investigate inter- and intra-rater reliabilities on the dominant limb. Among the three examiners, two were physicians and one was a physiotherapist. The examiners were specialists who had conducted evaluations using US in a clinical setting for at least 3 years. Furthermore, each examiner had received training from an experienced musculoskeletal sonographer (R.H.). All trials by the three examiners in the present study were conducted independently within 2 h of the first examination to avoid fluctuations in the measurement and analysis of muscle parameters. On the US device screen, the cursor was used to mark the top border of the rectus femoris and the bottom border of the vastus intermedius. This allowed the instrument to calculate the muscle thickness as the sum of the muscle thickness of the rectus femoris and vastus intermedius. Each examiner performed three measurements to allow assessment of intra-rater reliability. After each investigation, the participant was returned to the initial position and the skin was cleaned to remove any gel or markings. This ensured that each image and dataset were acquired independently with reduced risk of measurement bias, such as anchoring.
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They utilize a wide range of evidence-based techniques, including exercise, manual therapy, modalities, and patient education, to help their clients improve mobility, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent future injuries.
These skilled clinicians design and implement personalized treatment plans to address the unique needs of each patient, collaborating with other healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.
They play a crucial role in helping individuals of all ages, from pediatric to geriatric populations, recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and enhance their overall quality of life.
Physical Therapists work across a diverse range of settings, including hospitals, clinics, schools, nursing homes, and private practices.
They may employ various assessment tools and software, such as GAITRite, SPSS (versions 22.0, 25, 21, and 24), Stata, SAS 9.4, and TKK 5401, to objectively measure and track patient progress.
By leveraging the power of data-driven research and AI-assisted platforms like PubCompare.ai, Physical Therapists can optimize their protocols, streamline their research, and make informed decisions to provide the most effective interventions for their clients.
Through their dedication and expertise, these healthcare professionals play a vital role in empowering individuals to achieve their rehabilitation goals and lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.