“Gleaning a lot from the history and physical exam,” and “reasonably confident without imaging”: a qualitative study of primary care clinicians' management of patients with low bac... by Lynn Haslam-Larmer, Kathleen E. Norman, Andrea M. Patey, Isabella M. Thomas, Michael E. Green, Jeremy M. Grimshaw, Jill A. Hayden, Jan Hartvigsen, Noah M. Ivers, Hazel Jenkins, Simon D. French

“…Methods We interviewed a purposeful sample of 47 primary care clinicians (14 physiotherapists, 18 chiropractors, 15 physicians) throughout Ontario, Canada, with a guide based on the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF). …”
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Comparison of the effectiveness of the helmet interface using flow meters versus the mechanical ventilator for non-invasive ventilation in patients with coronavirus disease 2019. C... by Fernanda dos Reis Ferreira, João Carlos Ferrari Correa, Eduardo Storopoli, Diego Restivo Faria, Karina Cassaro, Natália Feitosa da Hora, Raphael Ritti, Rafael Akira Becker, Simone Dal Corso, Ivan Peres Costa, Luciana Maria Malosá Sampaio

“…Implications for clinical practice: using the helmet interface with the flow meter and positive end-expiratory pressure valve can simplify device installation, potentially reducing the need for intubation, making it a valuable tool for nurses and physiotherapists in daily clinical practice.…”
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Rehabilitation, reablement, and restorative care approaches in the aged care sector: a scoping review of systematic reviews by Claire Gough, Raechel A. Damarell, Janine Dizon, Paul D.S. Ross, Jennifer Tieman

“…Most reviews described the role of occupational therapists (n = 22), physiotherapists (n = 20) and nurses (n = 14) with wider support from the multidisciplinary team. …”
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A Comprehensive Review on the Effects of Laser Photobiomodulation on Skeletal Muscle Fatigue in Spastic Patients by Sadi F. Stamborowski, Fernanda Púpio Silva Lima, Patrícia Sardinha Leonardo, Mário Oliveira Lima

“…No language filter was applied, and altogether, 689 papers were identified. A group of 3 physiotherapists and 01 pharmaceutical scientist performed the literature review, and every exclusion was confirmed by at least two reviewers. …”
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Tibial tubercle transfer SurgeRy and physiothErapy Versus physIotherapy only for chronic paTellofemorAL paIn: study protocol for a randomiSed controllEd trial (REVITALISE) by Myrthe P. F. van de Ven, Martin Ophey, Victor van de Graaf, Sebastiaan A. W. van de Groes, Marijn Sinkeldam, Charlotte H. W. Wijers, Sander Koëter

“…This study will generate level-1 evidence on the most effective treatment for chronic PFP, which can be integrated into the national guideline to aid orthopaedic surgeons and physiotherapists in their decision-making and ultimately improve our care for patients with chronic PFP. …”
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Comparing the Institution-based Supervision and Tele-based Supervision for Task-oriented Exercises on Upper Limb Motor Performance and Functional Ability among Stroke Patients: A R... by Neha, Subhasish Chatterjee

“…Need of the study: The technologies that can be used for telerehabilitation range from inexpensive internet-based solutions, virtual reality, and robotic systems to more costly telephones and mobile phones, which are present in most homes. Physiotherapists have been suggested as being in the best position to help stroke victims transition from the hospital to their homes. …”
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KiKli Fit: Investigating the Implementation of a Physical Activity Program in Pediatric Cancer by Lars Rehbein, Ann Christin Schneider, Christina Hillebrech, Christina Schindera, Amika Singh, Katharina Eva, Valentin Benzing

“…Qualitative interviews were conducted with children, parents, nurses, physiotherapists, psychologists, doctors, a sport scientist leading the PA program, and two implementation leaders to gather comprehensive, multi-perspective insights. …”
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KiKli Fit: Insights into the Development and Practice of a Physical Activity Program in Pediatric Cancer by Lisa Hillebrech, Lars Rehbein, Ann Christin Schneider, Sara Müller, Christina Schindera, Katharina Eva, Valentin Benzing

“…Third, a group discussion involving ten ward staff members (including psychologists, nurses, doctors, and physiotherapists) was held to develop a concept for the PA program collaboratively. …”
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