Archive for February, 2013

Physiotherapy Management of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome- Research Evidence

Physiotherapy Management of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome- Research Evidence

In my recent post I briefly reviewed the components of Evidence Based Practice (EBP). As we saw, Research Based Evidence is one component of EBP. Subsequent to the EBP post, I plan to regularly post information in relation to the Research Evidence Base for various conditions. Over time I will then revisit each topic over […]

By February 27, 2013 5 Comments Read More →
What is Evidence Based Practice?

What is Evidence Based Practice?

Subsequent posts will begin to cover the current Research Based Evidence in regards to various conditions that we commonly see as physiotherapists/physical therapists. Whilst I think it is extremely important for us to be aware of the Research Evidence, but this alone Evidence Based Practice (EBP). So what is Evidence Based Practice? Sackett et al […]

By February 26, 2013 1 Comments Read More →
The Role of Psychosocial Aspects and Beliefs in Chronic Pain

The Role of Psychosocial Aspects and Beliefs in Chronic Pain

The following presents some of the key points from my readings into the role of psychosocial aspects and beliefs in chronic pain. It is interesting to see that psychosocial aspects appear to be  far more important in predicting recovery (or non-recovery) from back pain than other “biomedical” measures. I have previously posted regarding co-morbidities and […]

By February 5, 2013 2 Comments Read More →