(Physiother Theory Pract[TA])
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  • The effects of foot massage and textured insoles on balance and plantar sensation in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis. [Journal Article]
    Physiother Theory Pract. 2026 Oct 28; :1-14. [Online ahead of print]Pala GG, Bayram S, … Oskay DPT
  • CONCLUSIONS: Adding textured insoles to foot massage did not provide consistent additional benefits for balance or plantar sensation in individuals with RA in remission. Between-group differences favoring the textured insole group were observed in foot-related disability and overall foot function; however, these were secondary outcomes and should be considered exploratory. These findings require confirmation in larger, adequately powered, sham-controlled trials.
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  • Experiences of physiotherapists practicing cardiopulmonary telerehabilitation in digital health: a qualitative study. [Journal Article]
    Physiother Theory Pract. 2026 Oct 23; :1-14. [Online ahead of print]Onal SN, Calik EPT
  • CONCLUSIONS: Cardiopulmonary telerehabilitation was perceived as an effective and accessible approach that improved patient satisfaction and treatment adherence. However, PTs raised concerns about role transformation, ethical and legal responsibilities, and excessive virtualization. Their preference for a hybrid model highlights the need for face-to-face care, especially for high-risk patients, where safety is critical. The call for user-friendly national software and improved technological literacy underscores that successful CTR implementation requires both infrastructure and professional adaptation.
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  • Therapeutic alliance development in physical therapy for people with serious mental illness: a qualitative study. [Journal Article]
    Physiother Theory Pract. 2026 Oct 16; :1-13. [Online ahead of print]Cimmino M, Zechner M, … Nonoyama SPT
  • CONCLUSIONS: The findings of this study provide preliminary evidence supporting factors that drive the development of a therapeutic alliance for individuals with SMI in PT. Our findings suggest that PTs treating people with SMI should consider: 1) offering a pre-examination orientation using Peplau's Interpersonal Relations Theory as a guide; 2) allow for extra time for relationship building; 3) engage clients as active partners throughout the rehabilitation process; and 4) demonstrate respect for a patient with SMI's personal boundaries during all stages of care. These recommendations are supported by the core psychiatric rehabilitation principles of empowerment, person-centered care, and collaborative partnership. Adding them to PT practice may enhance engagement in rehabilitation for people with SMI, making PT more inclusive and recovery-oriented.
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  • Assessing functional capacity in patients with chronic low back pain: validity and reliability of the Glittre-ADL test. [Journal Article]
    Physiother Theory Pract. 2026 Oct 16; :1-10. [Online ahead of print]Firat M, Kavalci-Kol B, Tuncay FPT
  • CONCLUSIONS: As an objective, performance-based measure, the Glittre-ADL test demonstrated evidence of test-retest reliability and construct validity for assessing ADL-related functional limitations in individuals with CLBP. However, completion time was systematically shorter at the second assessment, suggesting a possible learning or familiarization effect; therefore, changes observed across repeated Glittre-ADL assessments should be interpreted cautiously.
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  • Trends in Australia's physiotherapy workforce: changes and future implications. [Journal Article]
    Physiother Theory Pract. 2026 Oct 15; :1-11. [Online ahead of print]Burke S, Mudholkar A, Obamiro KPT
  • CONCLUSIONS: Analysis of the NHWDS over an 11-year period suggests an ongoing maldistribution of the physiotherapy workforce, with 81.0% practicing in a metropolitan area in 2023. Males were significantly less likely to practice outside metropolitan areas across all locations, whereas Indigenous physiotherapists were significantly more likely to practice outside metropolitan areas across all locations. Strategies focusing on education practices, incentives, and support that would make rural and remote practice more attractive for the workforce are required.
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  • Exploring patient experiences of same-day discharge after hip and knee arthroplasty: a qualitative study. [Journal Article]
    Physiother Theory Pract. 2026 Oct 14; :1-12. [Online ahead of print]van Heerden M, Keller MM, Lord SPT
  • CONCLUSIONS: SDD was positively experienced within this South African private healthcare setting, but recovery experiences differed meaningfully between THA and TKA. These findings support procedure-specific rehabilitation pathways, incorporating common elements of preparation and interdisciplinary care while addressing the differing physical, functional, and emotional priorities associated with THA and TKA recovery.
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