PHYSIOTHERAPY

This study tests whether doing physical therapy at home via video calls works as well as going to a clinic for people with golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis). Sixty adults with elbow pain for at least six weeks will be randomly assigned to either telerehabilitation or supervis…

This study looks at whether adding online physical therapy sessions to in-person rehab helps people recover just as well after total hip replacement. About 104 adults aged 50 to 80 who had hip surgery will take part. Researchers will compare pain, function, and satisfaction betwe…

This study tests a new way to help people with early knee osteoarthritis by having pharmacists and physiotherapists work together. Participants will get advice on pain relief and exercise to manage their condition. The goal is to see if this team approach improves knee function a…

This study looks at whether using a handheld breathing device (oscillating PEP) helps children (ages 8+) and adults with bronchiectasis feel better day-to-day. Researchers will ask 60 participants about their quality of life before and after using the device. The goal is to see i…

This study is testing a smartphone app powered by artificial intelligence to help people with oral cancer return to work and manage physical and emotional challenges. Researchers will compare 650 patients who use the app with those who receive standard care. The goal is to see if…

This study tests whether physiotherapists who practice dry needling can improve their needle placement accuracy and safety by reviewing anatomy on donated bodies (cadavers). Sixty physiotherapists will be split into two groups: one gets a cadaver anatomy class, the other gets unr…

This study watches physiotherapy sessions in Flemish nursing homes to see if they match expert guidelines. Researchers will also talk with physiotherapists to understand what makes it easier or harder to follow best practices. About 40 physiotherapists from different nursing home…

This study observes how different hospitals help intensive care unit (ICU) patients start moving early. The goal is to see which types of movement (like sitting up or walking) lead to better physical function and quality of life. Researchers will follow 6,000 adults from around t…