Shoulder osteoarthritis is a common issue that can make daily tasks feel like a chore. It is a condition that affects the joint in the shoulder. This condition can cause significant pain, limit movement, and even affect a person's mood. In the UK, many people deal with this condition and rely on non-surgical treatments to manage it. People who have shoulder osteoart...
Breathing issues that can't be explained by medical causes are often called things like chronic breathlessness syndrome or complex breathlessness. People with these problems often see a physiotherapist. The physiotherapist might diagnose them with breathing pattern disorder (BrPD) or dysfunctional breathing (DB). This condition affects at least 10% of people, and up ...
Physiotherapy students usually get tested in person, but what if they could do it online? This idea was explored in a recent study. The goal was to see if online assessments could work as well as traditional in-person tests. This could be a game-changer, especially with the rise of remote learning. First, let's talk about why this matters. Physiotherapy is all about...
Lower back pain is a huge problem. Almost everyone will feel it at some point in their life. It's a big deal, affecting how we move and feel. Doctors and experts agree that teaching patients about their condition is a key part of treating it. This is especially true when combined with physical therapy. Let's dive into a big study that looked at how learning about ba...
Imagine dealing with the aftermath of a stroke. It's tough enough to regain control of your body, but what about issues you can't see or easily talk about? Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) is a real problem. This means that people after a stroke often have trouble controlling their bladder and bowels There are techniques, called physiotherapy interven...
Here is the latest buzz among physical therapists (PTs) in Turkey. It's a whirlwind of opinions -- fixing up folks with ACL repairs. Most PTs (62. 3%) like to step in before the surgery, setting the stage for success. What happens post-ACL fix? Today, a big chunk (34. 8%) of physios say to hold off on open-kinetic chain exercises for about...
Physiotherapists play a crucial role in managing knee osteoarthritis. But why don't they always follow the latest evidence-based treatments? A recent study dug into this question. Instead of diving straight into treatment methods, researchers first looked at what influences physiotherapists' decisions. They found that personal beliefs and experiences were key player...
You might think that all studies on physiotherapy treatments take sex and gender into account. But guess what? They often don't. A recent review looked into this issue and found some surprising gaps. Researchers went through lots of studies to see how well they reported on sex and gender. What they found wasn't great. Many studies didn't even mention gender, and thos...
Imagine celebrating a century of physiotherapy with a global conference in the heart of Africa! That's exactly what happened in Cape Town, South Africa, during September 2024. The South African Society of Physiotherapy™ (SASP®) marked 100 years with the World Physiotherapy - Africa Region Congress. This event brought together experts from around the world to discuss ...
Dementia is more than just memory loss; it's a brain condition that alters how people think and live daily. Physiotherapists play a crucial role here, helping patients stay independent and active. But many physios feel they lack the knowledge and confidence to work with dementia patients effectively. What can change this? Imagine a physio eager to help but feeling u...