Despite its broad application in paediatric care, the effectiveness of therapy based on the Bobath concept has not been systematically researched. The aim of this review was to explore whether there is scientific evidence regarding the validity of the Bobath concept as an effective therapy for children with cerebral palsy. A search was conducted between March and December 2020, of research databases (Cochrane, PEDro, PubMed, Web of Science), selecting randomised controlled trials published since 2015, which compared Bobath therapy with other therapies in terms of their effect on the gross motor functions of children with cerebral palsy. Applying the eligibility criteria, four randomised controlled trials were selected, three of which found Bobath therapy to be more effective than other therapies as a therapeutic method, while one found no difference between Bobath therapy and another therapy. No study that met the inclusion criteria found Bobath therapy to be less effective than another therapy. The principal limitation of this review has been the small number of randomised controlled trials found and so the results must be interpreted with caution. Nonetheless, studies showed that therapy based on Bobath therapy improves the gross motor function of children with cerebral palsy.
尽管在儿科护理中广泛应用，但基于Bobath概念的治疗有效性尚未得到系统研究。本综述的目的是探讨是否有科学证据证明Bobath概念作为脑瘫儿童有效治疗的有效性。在2020年3月至12月期间，对研究数据库(Cochrane、PEDro、PubMed、Web of Science)进行了搜索，选择了自2015年以来发表的随机对照试验，比较了Bobath疗法与其他疗法对脑瘫儿童大运动功能的影响。应用入选标准，选择了4个随机对照试验，其中3个发现Bobath疗法作为治疗方法比其他疗法更有效，而1个发现Bobath疗法与另一种疗法之间没有差异。没有符合纳入标准的研究发现Bobath疗法比另一种疗法效果差。本综述的主要局限性是发现的随机对照试验数量较少，因此必须谨慎解释结果。尽管如此，研究表明，基于Bobath疗法的治疗可以改善脑瘫儿童的大运动功能。
{"title":"The effects of Bobath therapy on children with cerebral palsy: a systematic review","authors":"Mercedes Cabezas-López, E. Bernabéu-Brotóns","doi":"10.12968/ijtr.2021.0089","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2021.0089","url":null,"abstract":"Despite its broad application in paediatric care, the effectiveness of therapy based on the Bobath concept has not been systematically researched. The aim of this review was to explore whether there is scientific evidence regarding the validity of the Bobath concept as an effective therapy for children with cerebral palsy. A search was conducted between March and December 2020, of research databases (Cochrane, PEDro, PubMed, Web of Science), selecting randomised controlled trials published since 2015, which compared Bobath therapy with other therapies in terms of their effect on the gross motor functions of children with cerebral palsy. Applying the eligibility criteria, four randomised controlled trials were selected, three of which found Bobath therapy to be more effective than other therapies as a therapeutic method, while one found no difference between Bobath therapy and another therapy. No study that met the inclusion criteria found Bobath therapy to be less effective than another therapy. The principal limitation of this review has been the small number of randomised controlled trials found and so the results must be interpreted with caution. Nonetheless, studies showed that therapy based on Bobath therapy improves the gross motor function of children with cerebral palsy.","PeriodicalId":46562,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2022-07-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46039529","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"COVID-19 bubbles inside wards: a viable option?","authors":"M. Polastri","doi":"10.12968/ijtr.2022.0095","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2022.0095","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":46562,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2022-07-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42800363","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Patient education is a core component of musculoskeletal care, yet broad definitions exist and effective delivery methods are unclear. Musculoskeletal physiotherapists' use of patient education has been described as individualised and collaborative, reflecting a person-centred model of care. However, discrepancies between perceived and actual practice, and therapist-centred approaches to education, have been observed. Little is known about the theoretical basis of musculoskeletal physiotherapists' patient education practice, yet the adult learning theory frames how adults interact with education and echoes the principles of person-centred care. The aim of this study was to analyse the use of adult learning theory to inform patient education practice among UK musculoskeletal physiotherapists. This study used a novel, online questionnaire to collect quantitative and qualitative data from a self-selecting sample of UK musculoskeletal physiotherapists, using a multimodal recruitment strategy. Complete responses were provided by 66 participants. Categorical and narrative data were collected and descriptive and thematic analyses undertaken. Participants generally self-rated their educational competencies highly, with the exception of evaluating patient education. Participants were more familiar with reflective and self-directed learning than with other adult learning theories. Two main themes were described: implicit adult learning theory knowledge and challenges in applying adult learning theory. The results suggest that musculoskeletal physiotherapists may have implicit knowledge of adult learning theory, yet challenges exist in applying them. This finding supports the establishment of ongoing training in educational skills for physiotherapists and could be used as a catalyst for musculoskeletal physiotherapists to reflect on their knowledge and use of adult learning theory.
{"title":"‘I am the educator and the learner at the same time’: a qualitative survey of the knowledge and use of adult learning theory in UK musculoskeletal physiotherapists' patient education","authors":"Kathleen Boland, T. Pigott, R. Forbes","doi":"10.12968/ijtr.2021.0180","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2021.0180","url":null,"abstract":"Patient education is a core component of musculoskeletal care, yet broad definitions exist and effective delivery methods are unclear. Musculoskeletal physiotherapists' use of patient education has been described as individualised and collaborative, reflecting a person-centred model of care. However, discrepancies between perceived and actual practice, and therapist-centred approaches to education, have been observed. Little is known about the theoretical basis of musculoskeletal physiotherapists' patient education practice, yet the adult learning theory frames how adults interact with education and echoes the principles of person-centred care. The aim of this study was to analyse the use of adult learning theory to inform patient education practice among UK musculoskeletal physiotherapists. This study used a novel, online questionnaire to collect quantitative and qualitative data from a self-selecting sample of UK musculoskeletal physiotherapists, using a multimodal recruitment strategy. Complete responses were provided by 66 participants. Categorical and narrative data were collected and descriptive and thematic analyses undertaken. Participants generally self-rated their educational competencies highly, with the exception of evaluating patient education. Participants were more familiar with reflective and self-directed learning than with other adult learning theories. Two main themes were described: implicit adult learning theory knowledge and challenges in applying adult learning theory. The results suggest that musculoskeletal physiotherapists may have implicit knowledge of adult learning theory, yet challenges exist in applying them. This finding supports the establishment of ongoing training in educational skills for physiotherapists and could be used as a catalyst for musculoskeletal physiotherapists to reflect on their knowledge and use of adult learning theory.","PeriodicalId":46562,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2022-07-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43854468","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Thanachaporn Janyathitipath, P. Sakulsriprasert, Peemongkon Wattananon, P. Kantha
Hyperlordosis is associated with shortened hip flexor muscles, causing low back pain. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of hip flexor stretching with and without abdominal exercises in individuals with hyperlordosis. A total of 30 participants with hyperlordosis, aged between 20 and 30 years, were divided into three groups. Participants in the hold-relax group performed hold-relax stretching for 10 seconds, five repetitions, on both legs. Participants in the abdominal hollowing group performed hold-relax stretching and added an abdominal hollowing exercise for 10 seconds a repetition, 10 repetitions a set for three sets. Participants in the curl-up group performed hold-relax stretching and then performed curl-up exercises for 10 repetitions a set for three sets. The angle of lumbar lordosis, hip muscle length (degrees), percentage of maximum voluntary contraction of transversus abdominis and internal abdominal oblique, external abdominal oblique, rectus abdominis, lumbar erector spinae and multifidus muscles were investigated at pre-test, post-test and followed up 3 days after the end of the intervention. Significant within-group differences were found in the angle of lumbar lordosis for all groups (P<0.05), muscle length of hip flexor, and percentage of maximum voluntary contraction of the lumbar erector spinae and multifidus muscles in the curl-up group (P<0.05). The significant difference between pre-test and follow up in the hold-relax group and curl-up group reflects the retention of at least 3 days. Hold-relax stretching can reduce the angle of lumbar lordosis and increase hip muscle length. In the curl-up group, the lumbar erector spinae and multifidus muscles decreased. Therefore, performing curl-up exercises after hold-relax stretching is recommended to decrease the angle of lumbar lordosis and percentage of maximum voluntary contraction of lumbar erector spinae and multifidus muscles.
{"title":"The effects of hip flexor stretching with and without abdominal exercises in asymptomatic individuals with hyperlordosis","authors":"Thanachaporn Janyathitipath, P. Sakulsriprasert, Peemongkon Wattananon, P. Kantha","doi":"10.12968/ijtr.2021.0128","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2021.0128","url":null,"abstract":"Hyperlordosis is associated with shortened hip flexor muscles, causing low back pain. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of hip flexor stretching with and without abdominal exercises in individuals with hyperlordosis. A total of 30 participants with hyperlordosis, aged between 20 and 30 years, were divided into three groups. Participants in the hold-relax group performed hold-relax stretching for 10 seconds, five repetitions, on both legs. Participants in the abdominal hollowing group performed hold-relax stretching and added an abdominal hollowing exercise for 10 seconds a repetition, 10 repetitions a set for three sets. Participants in the curl-up group performed hold-relax stretching and then performed curl-up exercises for 10 repetitions a set for three sets. The angle of lumbar lordosis, hip muscle length (degrees), percentage of maximum voluntary contraction of transversus abdominis and internal abdominal oblique, external abdominal oblique, rectus abdominis, lumbar erector spinae and multifidus muscles were investigated at pre-test, post-test and followed up 3 days after the end of the intervention. Significant within-group differences were found in the angle of lumbar lordosis for all groups (P<0.05), muscle length of hip flexor, and percentage of maximum voluntary contraction of the lumbar erector spinae and multifidus muscles in the curl-up group (P<0.05). The significant difference between pre-test and follow up in the hold-relax group and curl-up group reflects the retention of at least 3 days. Hold-relax stretching can reduce the angle of lumbar lordosis and increase hip muscle length. In the curl-up group, the lumbar erector spinae and multifidus muscles decreased. Therefore, performing curl-up exercises after hold-relax stretching is recommended to decrease the angle of lumbar lordosis and percentage of maximum voluntary contraction of lumbar erector spinae and multifidus muscles.","PeriodicalId":46562,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2022-07-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44427259","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
B. Cabrita, S. Dias, Ana Luisa Fernandes, Sílvia Correia, Graciete Teixeira, Zita Camilo, P. Simão
Background/Aims Patients with muscular dystrophy usually have impaired lung function and respiratory muscle strength, leading to pneumonia and respiratory failure, which are significant causes of morbidity and mortality. Inspiratory muscle training might be a safe adjunct treatment to increase the strength and endurance of weakened respiratory muscles. The researchers have developed a new protocol for inspiratory muscle training and evaluated its effect on inspiratory muscle strength and coughing capacity. Methods A total of 12 participants diagnosed with muscle dystrophy and decreased maximal inspiratory pressure (<60 cmH2O) participated in this prospective study. Training was individually tailored, starting with low resistance levels and progressing according to tolerance and symptoms. The primary outcome measure was maximal inspiratory pressure. Secondary outcomes were maximal expiratory pressure, peak cough flow and the feasibility of the intervention. Results There were two participants who did not complete the study, and three were lost to follow-up; therefore, only seven patients finished the intervention. In these patients, the authors found a statistically significant improvement in the maximal inspiratory pressure (P=0.018) and peak cough flow (P=0.046) after 3 months of training. There was also an improvement in the maximal expiratory pressure, although this was not statistically significant (P=0.176). Median compliance to training was 99% (94.5–100). Conclusions This intervention led to statistically significant improvements in inspiratory muscles strength and coughing capacity in patients with muscular dystrophy. The results were significantly positive and contribute to the evidence in support of this underused, yet possibly beneficial, treatment, although larger randomised controlled trials are required to verify this.
{"title":"The effects of inspiratory muscle training in adults with muscular dystrophy","authors":"B. Cabrita, S. Dias, Ana Luisa Fernandes, Sílvia Correia, Graciete Teixeira, Zita Camilo, P. Simão","doi":"10.12968/ijtr.2021.0008","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2021.0008","url":null,"abstract":"Background/Aims Patients with muscular dystrophy usually have impaired lung function and respiratory muscle strength, leading to pneumonia and respiratory failure, which are significant causes of morbidity and mortality. Inspiratory muscle training might be a safe adjunct treatment to increase the strength and endurance of weakened respiratory muscles. The researchers have developed a new protocol for inspiratory muscle training and evaluated its effect on inspiratory muscle strength and coughing capacity. Methods A total of 12 participants diagnosed with muscle dystrophy and decreased maximal inspiratory pressure (<60 cmH2O) participated in this prospective study. Training was individually tailored, starting with low resistance levels and progressing according to tolerance and symptoms. The primary outcome measure was maximal inspiratory pressure. Secondary outcomes were maximal expiratory pressure, peak cough flow and the feasibility of the intervention. Results There were two participants who did not complete the study, and three were lost to follow-up; therefore, only seven patients finished the intervention. In these patients, the authors found a statistically significant improvement in the maximal inspiratory pressure (P=0.018) and peak cough flow (P=0.046) after 3 months of training. There was also an improvement in the maximal expiratory pressure, although this was not statistically significant (P=0.176). Median compliance to training was 99% (94.5–100). Conclusions This intervention led to statistically significant improvements in inspiratory muscles strength and coughing capacity in patients with muscular dystrophy. The results were significantly positive and contribute to the evidence in support of this underused, yet possibly beneficial, treatment, although larger randomised controlled trials are required to verify this.","PeriodicalId":46562,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2022-06-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45822741","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Background/Aims Orthoses are often used to promote mobility and rehabilitation for patients in the UK after a stroke. The perspective of stroke therapists in the UK is an important factor determining current practice and orthotic provision. The purpose of this study was to investigate the views of orthotists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists on the delivery mechanisms and relationships that influence orthoses intervention and provision for patients with stroke in the UK. Methods A UK-based online survey was conducted. Participants were stroke therapy clinicians within acute and community settings, recruited through their membership of the British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists, the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists Interested in Neurology, and the Royal Collage of Occupational Therapists—Specialist Section for Neurological Practice. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and content analysis. Results A total of 305 questionnaires were completed (64 orthotists, 131 physiotherapists, 110 occupational therapists). Some 67% (n=190) of respondents identified the optimal timing for initial orthotic assessment as within the first days following a stroke or before discharge from hospital. Waiting times and operational barriers to orthoses provision were perceived to have a negative impact on patients’ rehabilitation. A closer working relationship between orthotists and the stroke rehabilitation team is desirable. Conclusions The survey found that the use of orthoses and orthotic specialist input are perceived to play an important role within the stroke rehabilitation pathway. Further evaluative research is warranted to explore the optimal timing and benefits, and the orthotist's role within the stroke rehabilitation team.
{"title":"Orthotic intervention following stroke: a survey of physiotherapist, occupational therapist and orthotist practice and views in the UK","authors":"Miriam R Golding-Day, M. Walker, P. Whitehead","doi":"10.12968/ijtr.2021.0177","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2021.0177","url":null,"abstract":"Background/Aims Orthoses are often used to promote mobility and rehabilitation for patients in the UK after a stroke. The perspective of stroke therapists in the UK is an important factor determining current practice and orthotic provision. The purpose of this study was to investigate the views of orthotists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists on the delivery mechanisms and relationships that influence orthoses intervention and provision for patients with stroke in the UK. Methods A UK-based online survey was conducted. Participants were stroke therapy clinicians within acute and community settings, recruited through their membership of the British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists, the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists Interested in Neurology, and the Royal Collage of Occupational Therapists—Specialist Section for Neurological Practice. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and content analysis. Results A total of 305 questionnaires were completed (64 orthotists, 131 physiotherapists, 110 occupational therapists). Some 67% (n=190) of respondents identified the optimal timing for initial orthotic assessment as within the first days following a stroke or before discharge from hospital. Waiting times and operational barriers to orthoses provision were perceived to have a negative impact on patients’ rehabilitation. A closer working relationship between orthotists and the stroke rehabilitation team is desirable. Conclusions The survey found that the use of orthoses and orthotic specialist input are perceived to play an important role within the stroke rehabilitation pathway. Further evaluative research is warranted to explore the optimal timing and benefits, and the orthotist's role within the stroke rehabilitation team.","PeriodicalId":46562,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2022-06-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43010225","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Background/Aims Forward head posture is the most frequent postural deviation in typically healthy individuals and is associated with rounding of the shoulders. Prevention should be considered when it is at the asymptomatic stage by screening and early exercise intervention. The aim of the study was to examine the effects of Bruegger's exercises compared to deep cervical flexor training in asymptomatic participants with forward head posture. Methods This randomised controlled trial included 51 participants with asymptomatic forward head posture, who were allocated to one of three groups. One group undertook Bruegger's exercises with an elastic resistance band, another group performed deep cervical flexor training with a pressure biofeedback unit and the control group performed isometric neck exercises. Outcomes measured were the craniovertebral angle, the craniocervical flexion endurance test and the Pectoralis Minor Index, which were assessed at baseline on day 1 and at the end of the 3-week intervention. Follow-up assessment was undertaken for craniovertebral angle at 6 and 9 weeks from day 1 of the intervention. Statistical analysis included paired t-tests, the Wilcoxon signed-rank test, analysis of variance and the Kruskal–Wallis test. Results All three groups showed improvements in craniovertebral angle and the craniocervical flexion endurance test when compared between pre- and post-intervention. Only those in the Bruegger's exercises group showed an increase in the length of the pectoralis minor according to the Pectoralis Minor Index. Deep cervical flexor muscle endurance increased significantly (P<0.0002) for those in the Bruegger's exercises group and deep cervical flexor training group. At the end of the intervention (week 3) (P<0.0205) and follow up at week 9 (P<0.0029), individuals in the Bruegger's exercises group had maintained the craniovertebral angle correction for longer than those in the deep cervical flexor training and control group. Conclusions Bruegger's exercises with an elastic resistance band was found to be an effective intervention exercise to correct posture from head to scapula and can be included in the treatment of patients with postural head and neck issues.
{"title":"Bruegger's exercises vs deep cervical flexor training in asymptomatic participants with forward head posture: a randomised controlled trial","authors":"Ashma Chodankar, P. Gurudut, A. Welling","doi":"10.12968/ijtr.2020.0149","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2020.0149","url":null,"abstract":"Background/Aims Forward head posture is the most frequent postural deviation in typically healthy individuals and is associated with rounding of the shoulders. Prevention should be considered when it is at the asymptomatic stage by screening and early exercise intervention. The aim of the study was to examine the effects of Bruegger's exercises compared to deep cervical flexor training in asymptomatic participants with forward head posture. Methods This randomised controlled trial included 51 participants with asymptomatic forward head posture, who were allocated to one of three groups. One group undertook Bruegger's exercises with an elastic resistance band, another group performed deep cervical flexor training with a pressure biofeedback unit and the control group performed isometric neck exercises. Outcomes measured were the craniovertebral angle, the craniocervical flexion endurance test and the Pectoralis Minor Index, which were assessed at baseline on day 1 and at the end of the 3-week intervention. Follow-up assessment was undertaken for craniovertebral angle at 6 and 9 weeks from day 1 of the intervention. Statistical analysis included paired t-tests, the Wilcoxon signed-rank test, analysis of variance and the Kruskal–Wallis test. Results All three groups showed improvements in craniovertebral angle and the craniocervical flexion endurance test when compared between pre- and post-intervention. Only those in the Bruegger's exercises group showed an increase in the length of the pectoralis minor according to the Pectoralis Minor Index. Deep cervical flexor muscle endurance increased significantly (P<0.0002) for those in the Bruegger's exercises group and deep cervical flexor training group. At the end of the intervention (week 3) (P<0.0205) and follow up at week 9 (P<0.0029), individuals in the Bruegger's exercises group had maintained the craniovertebral angle correction for longer than those in the deep cervical flexor training and control group. Conclusions Bruegger's exercises with an elastic resistance band was found to be an effective intervention exercise to correct posture from head to scapula and can be included in the treatment of patients with postural head and neck issues.","PeriodicalId":46562,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2022-06-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49364666","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
S. Waterworth, Rianne Costello, B. Pryer, Tracy Lewis, Catherine Kerr
Background/Aims Graduate employability is complex and has moved beyond the notion of subject-specific skills being sufficient for acquiring a graduate level job, to now include important transferable skills. Sports therapy is a rapidly expanding profession focusing on assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal conditions. These facets encompass components of critical thinking, problem solving, interpersonal skills and communication, thus courses can set graduates up for careers within or outside the industry. The three aims of this study were to survey BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy graduates to determine their current employment status and job role, explore graduates’ experience of their undergraduate programme and investigate graduates’ perceptions of how well the programme had prepared them for subsequent employment. Methods BSc (Hons) sports therapy graduates from two British universities were surveyed regarding their experience of their undergraduate degree programme and their perceptions of how well the programme had prepared them for employment. The survey was distributed to approximately 150 graduates and had a response rate of 23% (35 graduates). Descriptive statistics were used to describe the responses to the multiple-choice questions and thematic analysis was performed on free-text responses. Results Overall, 43% of respondents were employed as sports therapists and needed their degree to get their jobs. A total of 71% of respondents felt that their degree had equipped them fully or partly for employment. Free-text responses generated three themes relating to sports therapy specific skills, job availability and work-based learning opportunities. Managing student expectations, continued exposure to the range of career opportunities available and developing students subject-specific skills, ‘soft’ or transferrable skills, as well as personal characteristics, can help with employability. Conclusions Courses should be sensitive to the demands of a changing employment landscape and, as such, encourage a student-centred approach and support placement opportunities to help with graduate employability.
{"title":"Sports therapists’ perceptions and experiences of graduate employment","authors":"S. Waterworth, Rianne Costello, B. Pryer, Tracy Lewis, Catherine Kerr","doi":"10.12968/ijtr.2021.0148","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2021.0148","url":null,"abstract":"Background/Aims Graduate employability is complex and has moved beyond the notion of subject-specific skills being sufficient for acquiring a graduate level job, to now include important transferable skills. Sports therapy is a rapidly expanding profession focusing on assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal conditions. These facets encompass components of critical thinking, problem solving, interpersonal skills and communication, thus courses can set graduates up for careers within or outside the industry. The three aims of this study were to survey BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy graduates to determine their current employment status and job role, explore graduates’ experience of their undergraduate programme and investigate graduates’ perceptions of how well the programme had prepared them for subsequent employment. Methods BSc (Hons) sports therapy graduates from two British universities were surveyed regarding their experience of their undergraduate degree programme and their perceptions of how well the programme had prepared them for employment. The survey was distributed to approximately 150 graduates and had a response rate of 23% (35 graduates). Descriptive statistics were used to describe the responses to the multiple-choice questions and thematic analysis was performed on free-text responses. Results Overall, 43% of respondents were employed as sports therapists and needed their degree to get their jobs. A total of 71% of respondents felt that their degree had equipped them fully or partly for employment. Free-text responses generated three themes relating to sports therapy specific skills, job availability and work-based learning opportunities. Managing student expectations, continued exposure to the range of career opportunities available and developing students subject-specific skills, ‘soft’ or transferrable skills, as well as personal characteristics, can help with employability. Conclusions Courses should be sensitive to the demands of a changing employment landscape and, as such, encourage a student-centred approach and support placement opportunities to help with graduate employability.","PeriodicalId":46562,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2022-06-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43401149","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Combining thalassotherapy and exercise for people with respiratory diseases","authors":"M. Polastri, G. Paganelli, I. Prediletto","doi":"10.12968/ijtr.2022.0071","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2022.0071","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":46562,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2022-06-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47838143","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Background Active passive trainers are frequently used as a safe, feasible way for people with neurological disabilities to exercise. However, evidence regarding their efficacy is limited. The aim of this study was to review the literature investigating the effects of lower limb active passive trainer cycling, with or without functional electrical stimulation, on spasticity, cardiovascular fitness, function and quality of life in people with neurological conditions Methods Five electronic databases were searched from inception to June 2021. Studies included: randomised controlled trials using lower limb active passive trainers as a cycling intervention; participants with neurological conditions, such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, stroke and Parkinson's disease; and at least one outcome related to spasticity, cardiovascular fitness, physical function or quality of life. Results A total of 12 articles were included (n=423 participants, 52% male). Of these, six used functional electrical stimulation-assisted active passive trainer interventions, and the remaining six used active passive trainer interventions alone. A meta-analysis demonstrated statistically significant improvement in walking endurance; however, this only included stroke studies (6-Minute Walk Test performance, P<0.00001). No statistically significant improvement in walking speed was found (P=0.31). A significant improvement in spasticity was reported by three studies (two using the active passive trainer intervention alone, one using the active passive trainer with functional electrical stimulation). One study reported improvement in quality of life. Few studies considered cardiovascular fitness. Conclusions The included studies featured heterogeneous designs, outcome measures, exercise prescriptions and participant disability levels, which made comparison difficult. Active passive trainer interventions appear to improve walking endurance in people with stroke; however, the effect on other outcomes and in other conditions remains unclear. It also remains uncertain as to whether functional electrical stimulation-assisted cycling is more beneficial than active passive trainer cycling alone.
{"title":"The effects of cycling using lower limb active passive trainers in people with neurological conditions: a systematic review","authors":"Alison Barclay, S. Gray, L. Paul, Scott Rooney","doi":"10.12968/ijtr.2020.0171","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2020.0171","url":null,"abstract":"Background Active passive trainers are frequently used as a safe, feasible way for people with neurological disabilities to exercise. However, evidence regarding their efficacy is limited. The aim of this study was to review the literature investigating the effects of lower limb active passive trainer cycling, with or without functional electrical stimulation, on spasticity, cardiovascular fitness, function and quality of life in people with neurological conditions Methods Five electronic databases were searched from inception to June 2021. Studies included: randomised controlled trials using lower limb active passive trainers as a cycling intervention; participants with neurological conditions, such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, stroke and Parkinson's disease; and at least one outcome related to spasticity, cardiovascular fitness, physical function or quality of life. Results A total of 12 articles were included (n=423 participants, 52% male). Of these, six used functional electrical stimulation-assisted active passive trainer interventions, and the remaining six used active passive trainer interventions alone. A meta-analysis demonstrated statistically significant improvement in walking endurance; however, this only included stroke studies (6-Minute Walk Test performance, P<0.00001). No statistically significant improvement in walking speed was found (P=0.31). A significant improvement in spasticity was reported by three studies (two using the active passive trainer intervention alone, one using the active passive trainer with functional electrical stimulation). One study reported improvement in quality of life. Few studies considered cardiovascular fitness. Conclusions The included studies featured heterogeneous designs, outcome measures, exercise prescriptions and participant disability levels, which made comparison difficult. Active passive trainer interventions appear to improve walking endurance in people with stroke; however, the effect on other outcomes and in other conditions remains unclear. It also remains uncertain as to whether functional electrical stimulation-assisted cycling is more beneficial than active passive trainer cycling alone.","PeriodicalId":46562,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2022-06-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46519682","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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