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Article type: Research Article
Authors: Almarwani, Mahaa; * | Aldawsary, Nadaa; b
Affiliations: [a] Department of Health Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | [b] Department of Medical Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Department, Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Correspondence: [*] Address for correspondence: Maha Almarwani, PT, PhD, Department of Health Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. E-mail: [email protected].
Abstract: BACKGROUND:Despite earlier recognition of the importance of motor learning principles in neurorehabilitation, research suggests that the motor learning principle is not being entirely utilized in neurorehabilitation. Implementation of motor learning principles has been associated with functional recovery and patient satisfaction. OBJECTIVE:To examine implementation of motor learning principles in neurorehabilitation among Saudi physical therapists including self-efficacy, current practice, attitude and barriers. METHODS:A cross-sectional survey of physical therapists managing patients with neurological conditions was conducted (n = 345). The survey questionnaire contained items to evaluate self-efficacy, current practice, attitude and barriers toward implementing motor learning principles in neurorehabilitation. RESULTS:The data from the respondents indicated that they had moderate self-efficacy to implement motor learning in neurorehabilitation. Only 30.2% of respondents implement motor learning in their practice to a high degree and some respondents were unaware of the concepts of motor learning. The most reported perceived barriers to motor learning implementation in neurorehabilitation were at the level of the physical therapist (lack of knowledge) and the organization (lack of time). CONCLUSION:Implementation of motor learning principles among Saudi physical therapists managing patients with neurological conditions was moderate. Self-efficacy, positive attitudes, academic training and organizational support are potential strategies to enhance implementation.
Keywords: Implementation, motor learning, neurorehabilitation, physical therapists, self-efficacy
DOI: 10.3233/NRE-230071
Journal: NeuroRehabilitation, vol. 53, no. 3, pp. 385-395, 2023
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