Abstract

Overview of Physiotherapy Profession

The healthcare community, the medical academia and members of the public see physiotherapy professionals in the health sector and public places where patients, groups in sports and working classes gather. However, the roles of physiotherapy are not clear to many. This paper aims to present physiotherapy profession, the roles of physiotherapy professionals. Physiotherapy as a growing profession with services extended to all age groups with different health problems, complements other healthcare disciplines to serve patients with various conditions that impact on their level of function; enhance recovery and prevent the impact of ill-health on the patient and his/her family. The practice of physiotherapy requires a systematic patient assessment, develop an intervention plan based on findings of the assessment, maintain records and ensure patient safety during patient care. Physiotherapy research has of recent improved to advancements in scientific knowledge acquisition; members of the physiotherapy profession should include research as a core role of the profession. The current and future complex disease burden and the public impulse for quality healthcare services create opportunities for physiotherapy professionals to rigorously embrace evidence-based physiotherapy. University faculties that offer physiotherapy courses should include physiotherapy health promotion and patient safety in their curricula.

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