Understanding Person-Centredness in French Physiotherapy
Author Information
Author(s): Noel Clement, Hebron Clair
Primary Institution: School of Sport and Health Sciences, University of Brighton
Hypothesis
How do French physiotherapists conceptualise person-centredness in their practice?
Conclusion
French physiotherapists recognize the importance of person-centred practices but face challenges in power dynamics and decision-making.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants identified three key aspects of person-centredness: creating relationships, adapting rehabilitation, and giving choices.
- Challenges in power dynamics were highlighted, affecting the quality of therapeutic relationships.
- Physiotherapists expressed a commitment to person-centred practices despite facing difficulties in relinquishing control.
Takeaway
This study looks at how physiotherapists in France think about treating patients in a way that focuses on their needs and choices, but they sometimes struggle with how much control to give to the patients.
Methodology
Qualitative phenomenographic study using remote semi-structured interviews.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the researchers' backgrounds as physiotherapists.
Limitations
The study may have selection bias as participants were familiar with person-centredness, and the first author was a novice interviewer.
Participant Demographics
Participants included seven physiotherapists with varying ages, genders, and practice backgrounds.
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