“Utility of ANPT Movement System Diagnoses for Balance Dysfunction and Movement Analysis of Tasks Frameworks”.

Our study focuses on the current clinical and academic utility of both the Movement System Diagnoses for Balance (Gill-Body et al 2021) and Movement Analysis of Tasks (Quinn et al 2021). We are interested in knowing how widespread the familiarity, use, and application of these frameworks are. The ANPT has created two knowledge translation taskforces (one for each framework) and this 15-minute survey will also be used to help determine which deliverables to prioritize for these groups.

DPT Student Knowledge and Confidence when Interpreting Medical Images

The purpose of this study is twofold. First, to determine the knowledge and confidence of DPT students in interpreting basic medical imaging (radiographs and ultrasound images) compared to practicing PT clinicians. Second, to compare knowledge and confidence related to medical imaging of students from a DPT program where the bulk of the medical imaging content is delivered in a single course (GSU), versus a program where the content is delivered in separate courses related to specific body systems (i.e. courses specific to the musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary systems) (MWU).

Inclusion criteria: This study is open to licensed PT clinicians in Illinois who have been practicing for > one year post graduation and to 3rd year entry-level DPT students at either Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL or at Governors State University, University Park, IL.

Exclusion criteria: Physical therapists who are certified as a radiology technician and clinicians in IL who are within one year of graduation from an entry-level PT program.

The quiz/questionnaire is designed to refrain from collecting any information about your identity. Your participation is voluntary and you may choose to not participate at any time by leaving the survey and quiz at any point. Not participating will have no effect on your current PT program, profession or your practice as a licensed PT clinician.
By completing this survey, you are providing your consent to participate.

Telerehabilitation Disparities for Patients with Limited English Proficiency

The purpose of the study is to examine clinical workflow efficiency when providing outpatient telehealth/telerehabilitation services for patients/clients with Limited English Proficiency.

Currently we are looking for physical therapists to participate in the study. If you choose to be part of this study, you will be asked to:

· Complete an initial videocall interview with a research assistant ~ 30-45 mins

During this interview you will also be asked to complete a Job Tasks Checklist where you report common tasks that you complete during telehealth/telerehabilitation appointments

· Complete a second videocall interview 1-3 months after the first interview with a research assistant ~ 30-45 mins

During this interview you will also be asked to review a workflow diagram depicting the sequence of tasks completed during a telehealth/telerehabilitation appointment. You can decide whether you would like to participate in one or both interviews. Both interviews will be recorded. You will be asked to keep your camera off and microphone on during the videocall. While both audio and video will be captured, we will only retain audio recordings and delete video recordings.

You will receive a $25 Target gift card for participating in this study. The gift card amount will be the same regardless of whether you complete one or both interviews previously described.

You are eligible to participate if you meet the following criteria:

• Physical therapist (students completing clinical rotations are eligible), currently working in a clinical capacity

• At least 3 encounters with Limited English Proficient patient(s) in the past 5 years.

• At least 3 telehealth/telerehabilitation encounters in the past 5 years.

• Over 18 years and able to communicate in English.

If you decide to participate, you are free to withdraw your consent and discontinue participation at any time. You have the right to leave a study at any time without penalty. Specifically, choosing not to be in this study will not negatively affect your relationship with the University of Illinois or UI Health.

For more information, please contact Mansha Mirza, [email protected]

Why the Variability? Investigating the Optimal Length of Clinical Educational Experiences: A Mixed-Methods Study

Full-time clinical educational experiences (CEEs) comprise a significant portion of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) curriculum. Yet, there are no established evidence-based standards or recommendations to guide DPT programs clinical education decision making as to the optimal number of weeks of full-time CEEs needed to maximize students’ clinical learning and performance. The absence of supporting evidence has led to wide and potentially unjustified variability in the length of full-time CEEs. With increasing numbers of new DPT programs, escalating costs of DPT education and rising student debt, investigating the optimal length of full-time CEEs is needed to inform and guide the development, implementation, and refinement of high-value DPT curriculum models that prepare students to meet the needs of our health system. Our research study aims to explore and describe clinical education faculty (Site Coordinators of Clinical Education & Clinical Instructors) experiences and perspectives regarding the lengths of full-time CEEs (first full-time CEE, terminal full-time CEE, total length of full-time CEEs).

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