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Abstract
Objectives
The healthcare context aims to create a multidisciplinary culture that places the patient at the center of the care process, and osteopathy plays a significant and evolving role. This study aimed to examine the perceptions of healthcare professionals regarding the role of osteopathy in the Italian hospital healthcare setting.
Design
This cross-sectional observational study involved the collection of 327 questionnaires. Subsequently, data from 302 questionnaires were selected and evaluated in accordance with the inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Methods
The survey was conducted through a questionnaire specifically developed for the study and administered using Google Forms. The questionnaire included specific domains for the analysis of demographic data and data related to the perception of the osteopathic discipline. Electronic distribution of the survey was achieved through a snowball sampling approach, requiring participants' informed consent.
Results
Regarding the age distribution of the respondents, the majority fell within the 25–34 age bracket, constituting 37 % of the sample. When asked about their profession, the vast majority identified as nurses (80 %). It emerged that among the 203 respondents who confirmed seeking osteopathic consultation, the primary motivations were related to musculoskeletal disorders.
Discussion
The evolving healthcare landscape emphasizes the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration. Respondents show a strong inclination toward incorporating osteopathy into interdisciplinary care models. As healthcare shifts towards holistic, patient-centered models, including osteopathy in multidisciplinary teams could enhance therapeutic options and improve patient care quality.
期刊介绍：
Advances in Integrative Medicine (AIMED) is an international peer-reviewed, evidence-based research and review journal that is multi-disciplinary within the fields of Integrative and Complementary Medicine. The journal focuses on rigorous quantitative and qualitative research including systematic reviews, clinical trials and surveys, whilst also welcoming medical hypotheses and clinically-relevant articles and case studies disclosing practical learning tools for the consulting practitioner. By promoting research and practice excellence in the field, and cross collaboration between relevant practitioner groups and associations, the journal aims to advance the practice of IM, identify areas for future research, and improve patient health outcomes. International networking is encouraged through clinical innovation, the establishment of best practice and by providing opportunities for cooperation between organisations and communities.
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