ArticleJournal of physical therapy science2016
The perception of physical therapy leaders in Saudi Arabia regarding physical therapy scope of practice in primary health care.
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- Perspectives of Physical Therapists in Saudi Arabia on radiological interpretation: attitudes, engagement, and educational needs.BMC medical education · 2025Article
- Exploring physical activity and patient perceptions in knee osteoarthritis: A mixed-methods study.PloS one · 2025Article
- Comparison of attitudes and beliefs of physical therapists and primary care physicians regarding low back pain management: A cross-sectional study.Journal of back and musculoskeletal rehabilitation · 2022Article
- Perception of tertiary care clients toward the availability of physical therapy service at primary health care centers in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional survey.Journal of physical therapy science · 2020Article
- Urological knowledge among primary health care physicians in Saudi Arabia.Saudi medical journal · 2019Observational
- Factors affecting the extent of utilization of physiotherapy services by physicians in Saudi Arabia.Journal of physical therapy science · 2018Article
- Physiotherapists' behaviour, attitudes, awareness, knowledge and barriers in relation to evidence-based practice implementation in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study.International journal of evidence-based healthcare · 2017Article
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Abstract
[Purpose] To explore the views of the physical therapy service leaders in Saudi Arabia regarding the integration of physical therapy service in primary health care settings. [Subjects and Methods] A self-administered questionnaire consisting of both open and closed ended questions was distributed during May-July 2013 via email to physical therapy leaders representing different regions and health care providers in Saudi Arabia. [Results] Twenty-six participants answered the questionnaire. Eighty five percent of the sample had ≥ 10 years of experience with 57.6% of them holding a post-graduate degree. Participants were from different health care providers and represented different geographical regions of Saudi Arabia. Eighty one percent of the sample reported that the adoption of physical therapy services in primary health care would be advantageous, as it would offer earlier access to health care and would be more cost-effective. The respondents also stated that such a service would contribute towards the prevention of common non-communicable health diseases. [Conclusion] The results of this survey provide generally positive recommendations for the provision of physical therapy service in Saudi Arabia primary health care centers. However, challenges and barriers identified by this study require consideration during the development of the service.
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