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Osteoporosis Knowledge In Licensed Physical Therapists And First-Year Doctor Of Physical Therapy Students: A Gap In Physical Therapy Education?, Suzanne Trotter, Jean-Michel Brismee, Phil Sizer, Brad Allen
Osteoporosis Knowledge In Licensed Physical Therapists And First-Year Doctor Of Physical Therapy Students: A Gap In Physical Therapy Education?, Suzanne Trotter, Jean-Michel Brismee, Phil Sizer, Brad Allen
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Background: A lack of osteoporosis knowledge has been found in a variety of healthcare providers. No previous studies have evaluated osteoporosis knowledge between physical therapists and first-year doctor of physical therapy students.
Purpose- To assess the knowledge of participants attending the course “Innovative Strategies for Preserving Bone Health: A Closer Look at Osteoporosis Management Across the Lifespan”.
Methods: Twenty-one participants participated in a 12.5 hour continuing education course. Eleven licensed physical therapists with an average of 19 years clinical experience and 10 first year Doctor of Physical Therapy students. Outcomes were evaluated using statistical analysis from data collected: demographic questionnaire, …