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ArticleBMC research notes2025

Are AudioviSual maTERials disseminated via sOcIal meDia effective to improve evidence-based rehabilitation implementation for physiotherapists (ASTEROID trial)? A feasibility study.

Myllena M G Fernandes, Anna Carolina O Machado, Maurício S Fanfa, Ada C M Silveira, Rafaela A Schreiner, Anna Julia Meireles Dangui, Maitê M Pellenz, Daniela Rigo, Luiza Marx Matte, Emilly Renk Mello and 10 more

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Myllena M G FernandesDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Anna Carolina O MachadoDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Maurício S FanfaDepartment of Communication, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Ada C M SilveiraDepartment of Communication, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Rafaela A SchreinerDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Anna Julia Meireles DanguiDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Maitê M PellenzDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Daniela RigoDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Luiza Marx MatteDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Emilly Renk MelloDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Ane Priscila DielDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Brenda D GuterresDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Lucas Dos Santos CostaDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Bruna WageckDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
Inaihá Laureano BenincáDepartment of Health Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Araranguá, SC, Brazil.
Carolina Holz NonnenmacherDepartment of Health Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Araranguá, SC, Brazil.
Nadine Carneiro TuraDepartment of Health Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Araranguá, SC, Brazil.
Laura Bortolozzo LeitãoDepartment of Health Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Araranguá, SC, Brazil.
Alessandro HaupenthalDepartment of Health Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Araranguá, SC, Brazil.
Guilherme S NunesDepartment of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil. nunesguilherme@live.com.

Funding

Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico 010/2021 (PIBIC - CNPq/UFSM; scholarship to Brenda Dutra Guterres)Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior financial code 001 (CAPES/PROSUP, master's scholarship to Myllena Fernandes)Universidade Federal de Santa Maria 002/2024 (FIPE - SENIOR/UFSM, scholarship to Anna Carolina Oliveira Machado)Universidade Federal de Santa Maria 003/2022 (FIPE - JÚNIOR/UFSM, scholarship to Emilly Renk Mello)
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectiveThe present study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of an educational program disseminated via social media to improve the scientific and technical knowledge of physiotherapists.

resultsIn this single-group interventional feasibility study, practicing physiotherapists participated in a 10-week Instagram-based program, which included 20 infographics posted twice weekly. Feasibility was evaluated using the RE-AIM framework (Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance). After the intervention, semi-structured interviews were conducted to gather feedback on participant experiences. Of the 30 physiotherapists recruited, 15 initiated the program, and 8 (53%) completed it. No significant differences were observed between pre- and post-program scores on effectiveness outcomes related to perceptions, utilization, and understanding of scientific information for clinical practice. While 63% of participants reported that the program helped them overcome barriers to EBP, overall perceptions and behaviors showed minimal change. Nonetheless, all participants recognized a positive impact on their clinical practice, with 50% reporting that they applied program content to their work. Although 63% indicated they would maintain their approach to studying technical content, all participants affirmed their intention to use resources that facilitate knowledge acquisition. Feedback from interviews indicated positive attitudes towards social media-based educational programs.

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Audiovisual AidsEvidence-Based PracticeInformation DisseminationPhysical TherapistsSocial MediaAdultFeasibility StudiesFemaleHealth Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticeHumansMaleMiddle AgedContinuous educationEvidence-based practiceInfographicInstagramKnowledge translation

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PMID40340940
PMCPMC12063303

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