A study on the knowledge regarding physical therapy among the residents of selected barangays in Dasmariñas, Cavite

Date of Completion

1998

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Keywords

Physical Therapy, Vocational Guidance

Abstract

This study was conducted to determine the extent of knowledge of Physical therapy in rural areas using 60 respondents from Brgy. San Agustin, Sabang. The study showed that 80% of the respondents were familiar with Physical Therapy, among them people from Brgy. Sabang has the highest knowledge regarding physical therapy, with a percentage of 44%. Doctors were found to be the most recognized in rural areas who plays an important role in imparting knowledge about Physical Therapy. However, there was an evident misbelief about the role of physical Therapist which they believe provide "massage". But the same number of people also knew that a PT has a major role in the restoration of function of disabled individuals. Certain diseases associated with PT were also gathered, among which stroke ranked first followed by fracture, LBP, and arthritis. The study therefore proves that there is a major need for intensive information awareness regarding the role of physical therapy in the medical field as well as the services it provides, especially in thee rural areas where information is limited.

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