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{"title":"PERCEPTIONS OF FILIPINO PHYSICAL THERAPISTS ON TELE-ERGONOMICS: A PHENOMENOLOGICAL QUALITATIVE STUDY","authors":"Zyra Mae V. Sicat, Christopher G. Cruz, Joshua Angelo H. Callueng, Alexandra Danielle S. Capuli, Dianne P. Diputado, Joanne Victoria A. Magbuhos, Robert Nicholas S. Martinez, Danielle Alexandra L. Rodrigo, Alyssa Louise L. Sampedro, Junver C. Toledo","doi":"10.46409/002.egkk7170","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.egkk7170","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Tele-ergonomics is a telehealth service that shows great potential use given people’s growing reliance on the internet, highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Studies have been conducted internationally regarding the implementation, feasibility, and efficiency of tele-ergonomics. As perceptions of physical therapists regarding this technology have not been explored in the Philippines, the objective of the study is to explore their perceptions on the practice. \u0000\u0000Methods: The study utilized a phenomenological design involving 10 licensed Filipino physical therapists selected through purposive sampling. Key informant interviews were conducted via Google Meet for data collection. The interview questions derived from Rosenstock’s Health Belief Model were self-made, semi-structured, and validated by two methodological experts. All interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, coded, and analyzed for the emergence of patterns by thematic content analysis through manual coding using Google Sheets to group themes and subthemes. The data was consolidated into an in-depth analysis and was further proofread by all researchers. \u0000\u0000Results: Thematic content analysis yielded a total of 52 codes, further categorized into four major themes, namely: (1) emergence of tele-ergonomics; (2) practices of tele-ergonomics; (3) its outcomes; and (4) recommendations for the future of the practice. \u0000\u0000Discussion: The study found that tele-ergonomics is necessary with the rise of digitalization and provided recommendations for the continuity of tele-ergonomics. It highlighted the need for proper training to refine the skills of physical therapists. As digitalization opens up new avenues of learning and delivery of services, it is important to establish comprehensive training that incorporates a more in-depth assessment of digital aspects. Hence, readiness is contingent upon proper training. The data further emphasizes one’s control over their motivation, behavior, and efficacy in providing the services.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"360 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140457481","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"CONTENT VALIDATION AND PILOT TESTING OF THE PROMOTING ACTIVE LIFESTYLE AMONG CHILDREN WITH DISABILITY (PALS) QUESTIONNAIRE","authors":"M. Kang, G. I. Tablante, Kristofferson Mendoza, A. Bandong, Audrey Anne Lim, Roselle M. Guisihan, F. Lunar, C. D. Olegario, E. Rotor, Yves Y. Palad","doi":"10.46409/002.nobg9032","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.nobg9032","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Primary carers and school teachers and administrators are key influencers in promoting active lifestyle among children with disabilities. The Promoting Active Lifestyle among Children with Disability (PALS) Questionnaire aims to determine these influencers' perceptions, capabilities, opportunities, and motivations in active healthy lifestyle promotion. This study evaluated the content validity and feasibility of the Filipino and English versions of the PALS Questionnaire. \u0000\u0000Methods: Six (6) experts rated the relevance of the items in the Filipino and English versions of the PALS Questionnaire. Item and scale content validity indices (CVI) and agreement among raters (modified kappa k*) were computed. The questionnaires were revised and pilot tested among eleven participants comprising primary carers, and special education (SpEd) teachers and administrators using three methods of administration: online survey, phone interview, and pen-and-paper survey. \u0000\u0000Results: Scale-level CVI indicated excellent content validity (0.96 - 0.97). Item-level CVI ranged between 0.67 and 1.00. Interrater agreement on the relevance of all items was excellent (k* = 0.82 - 1.00), except for the item on teaching assistants (k* = 0.56). Most participants found the items easy to understand. The average time needed to complete a questionnaire was 30 minutes. The online version of the questionnaire was identified as the most feasible mode of administration. \u0000\u0000Discussion: The PALS Questionnaire is a valid and practical instrument for measuring the perceptions of Filipino primary carers and SpEd educators' perceptions on promoting children with disabilities’ active healthy lifestyle. Information from the PALS Questionnaire could inform initiatives toward better health and quality of life for the children with disabilities.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"51 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140457615","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"PROMOTING PHYSICAL ACTIVITY FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES: EXPERIENCES OF KEY INFLUENCERS","authors":"E. Rotor, Howard Jake L. Reyes, C. D. Olegario, A. Bandong, A. A. Esguerra, Roselle M. Guisihan, M. Kang, F. Lunar, Kristofferson Mendoza, G. I. Tablante, Yves Y. Palad","doi":"10.46409/002.nxtp3835","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.nxtp3835","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Engaging in 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activities daily is beneficial for children’s health according to the WHO. However, children with disabilities are less likely to comply with the recommended amount of physical activity (PA). The 2022 Philippine Para Report Card indicates the country’s need to take concrete actions to better promote PA among children with disabilities. Family and school teachers are key influencers (KI) for children with disabilities to engage in PA. This study described experiences of KI in promoting PA among children with disabilities. \u0000\u0000Methods: This qualitative study involved a focus group discussion (FGD) among five participants to explore their experiences in promoting PA among children with disabilities. The participants were purposely identified based on their experience as advocates for children with disabilities and/or qualifications in adapted PA. The FGD was transcribed for thematic analysis. \u0000\u0000Results: Three themes emerged; (1) PA competencies/capabilities facilitate active lifestyle promotion, (2) Promoting PA involves collaborative and child-centered processes and (3) Sociocultural issues challenge PA promotion. The first theme refers to participants’ description of the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes that supported their activities and programs on PA. The second theme describes the processes in promoting PA through collaboration and focusing on the child’s special needs. The third theme are the challenges to PA promotion including parenting styles, societal acceptance of children with disabilities, economic constraints and views on policy implementation. \u0000\u0000Discussion: The participants acknowledged the need to have added competencies in order to promote PA experiences. This helps in developing programs/activities that highlight strengths and abilities of children with disabilities. Partnerships and collaborations, especially with families are helpful supports to promote PA. Participants recommend continuing advocacy for PA through parent and societal education to help overcome some socio-cultural challenges they encounter in PA promotion. Results of this study could serve as a basis for developing partnerships in promoting PA programs for children with disabilities.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"75 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140457450","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"TRANSLATION AND CROSS-CULTURAL ADAPTATION OF THE CEREBRAL PALSY QUALITY OF LIFE-CHILD PRIMARY CAREGIVER (CPQOL-CPC) TO FILIPINO","authors":"E. Rotor, C. D. Olegario, Kristel Faye M. Roderos","doi":"10.46409/002.kwqz6623","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.kwqz6623","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Cerebral palsy (CP) is a prevalent cause of childhood disability. Its impact is significantly higher in low to moderate income countries like the Philippines, with a disease burden 5 to 10 times greater. The Cerebral Palsy Quality of Life for Children (CP QOL-Child) - Primary Caregiver Questionnaire is a self-report measure which assesses quality of life (QOL) of children with CP. It has excellent psychometric properties and remarkable representation of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health. The validity and reliability of the English tool may be affected when used to a different speaking population. The objectives of this research were to: 1) translate the CP QOL-Child to Filipino, and 2) determine conceptual equivalence, understandability, and acceptability of the translated version. \u0000\u0000Methods: Five steps of the translation process were conducted; forward translation, reconciliation of items, backward translation (BT), review of forward and BT by an expert panel, and pretesting with cognitive interviews. Ten target participants, selected using maximum variation approach, participated in the pretesting. In the panel discussion, percentage of agreement on conceptual equivalence was determined and thematic analysis was conducted. For pre-testing, cognitive interviews were evaluated according to understandability of items and appropriateness of response. \u0000\u0000Results: The panel review determined 65 items with full agreement (100%), 13 items with moderate agreement (80%), and 39 items with low agreement (≤60%) on conceptual equivalence between the BT and the original. The considerations for revisions were 1) grammar, 2) colloquialism and, 3) culture. Difficulties in understanding the translation during pre-testing were attributed to unfamiliarity of terms and concepts, and formatting. Participants’ feedback were incorporated into the final Filipino version. \u0000\u0000Discussion: The Filipino translation of the CPQOL-Child appears to be understandable and culturally appropriate based on expert panel and pre-testing participants. This version can be used to establish the tool’s psychometric properties.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"307 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140457538","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"GAIT SPEED AND MOBILITY PERFORMANCE AMONG FALLERS AND NON-FALLERS COMMUNITYDWELLING ELDERLY FILIPINOS: A COMPARATIVE CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY","authors":"Vince Geoffrey E. Austria, Elijah Neil R. Tungcab, Genielle Abon, Marie Anne C. Lagartija, Sophia Joy D. Federis, John Matthew D. Zarate, Justine Vincent D. Ramos","doi":"10.46409/002.jwvv9687","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.jwvv9687","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Southeast Asia is experiencing a significant rise in the population of elderly individuals, particularly in the Philippines. Thus, screening and monitoring mobility restrictions in elderly people are critical in order to provide effective measures as well as prompt and timely interventions. \u0000\u0000Methods: The study used a quantitative, non-experimental, comparative, and cross-sectional design. Filipino community-dwelling elderly individuals who were aged 60-79 years old, had no significant disability, and residing in a municipality of the National Capital Region (n=152), participated in the study. Researchers measured mobility performance using Timed Up-and-Go Test (TUGT). While, gait speed was measured using iWalkAssess application to administer 10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT). Preliminary reference values for the mobility-specific tests were presented as means, standard deviations, and 95% confidence intervals. Findings were compared between Faller and Non-Faller groups. \u0000\u0000Results: Fallers demonstrated consistently higher scores compared to their non-Faller counterparts on the TUGT (P-value < 0.05). While there are significantly lower scores in 10MWT among Fallers than in Non-Fallers (P-value < 0.05). Furthermore, the Faller group revealed to have a Timed Up and Go Test mean (SD) score of 13.32 ± 1.41, while there is a reported 0.92 ± 0.15 mean (SD) score in 10-Meter Walk Test. \u0000\u0000Discussion: The study provides preliminary evidence on the differences in gait speed and mobility performance among community-dwelling elderly individuals who are Fallers and Non-Fallers. Hence, Filipino community-dwelling elderly individuals who are classified as Fallers revealed to have a slower gait speed than Non-Faller community-dwelling older adults. Also, results suggested that Non-Fallers have a better mobility performance than the Faller population.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"117 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140457581","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"WORK ENVIRONMENT AND MUSCULOSKELETAL CONDITIONS OF BLACKSMITHS (PANDAY) IN ILOCOS NORTE","authors":"Jasmine Nicole D. Bonilla, Ryan Dean T. Sucgang, Vernalyn D. Bago, Micah Donna G. Corpuz, Kate Camille G. Damaso, Elarose V. Iniba, Kylie C. Ligot, Jei Anne M. Mabini, Laiza Vanessa T. Pascua","doi":"10.46409/002.paqi1944","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.paqi1944","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between work environment and musculoskeletal conditions of blacksmiths in Ilocos Norte. \u0000\u0000Methods: This correlational research design study determined the socio-demographic profile, lifestyle, work environment, and musculoskeletal conditions of blacksmiths from Ilocos Norte using the researcher-assisted Ilokano-translated Dutch Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (DMQ). Data analyses were done using descriptive statistics and Fisher’s Exact test of independence. Alpha was set at 0.05. \u0000\u0000Results: A total of 30 blacksmiths participated in the study with mean age of 61-75 years old, male dominated (86.67%). Complaints of wrist pain were highly significant in point prevalence while low back pain in period prevalence. Further analyses revealed that sex showed high significant relationship to prevalence of upper and lower back pain. BMI also showed significant relationship to the prevalence of lower extremity pain among blacksmiths in Ilocos Norte. \u0000\u0000Discussion: The study revealed that work environment does not appear to be associated with musculoskeletal conditions of blacksmiths in Ilocos Norte. Findings of the study suggest that male blacksmiths are at a higher risk of developing musculoskeletal conditions. With this, such conditions are highly obvious in blacksmiths because of their job’s physical demands, such as heavy lifting and prolonged standing or bending. However, it is important to note that females or anyone who performs repetitive or physically demanding tasks for extended periods of time can also be at risk for these types of conditions.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"375 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140457637","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"HEALTH EDUCATION STRATEGIES ON DIET AND EXERCISE FOR PERSONS WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS IN DUMAGUETE CITY: A PARTICIPATORY ACTION RESEARCH","authors":"Chereisle G. Pyponco, Rowena M. Turtal, Evalyn E. Abalos, Jin H. Genove, Cyflor E. Putong, Sigrid Natalie H. Elli","doi":"10.46409/002.smsi1561","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.smsi1561","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: This study aimed to assess the health education needs on diet and physical activity of persons with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus managed by the Dumaguete City Health Office. Furthermore, it aimed to allow participants to collaboratively identify, develop, and implement health education strategies that enabled them to comply with the prescribed diet and physical activity. An evaluation of the effectiveness of the health education strategies was also done. \u0000\u0000Methods: This study utilized qualitative research design using participatory action research. The participants included 17 male and female clients at the Dumaguete City Health Office, medically diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in the last five years, with or without comorbidities, aged 34-77 years old, able to speak, read, and understand the Visayan and English languages, reports inability to perform or follow regular diet and physical activity prescribed. Participants were recruited through a referral from the medical practitioner responsible for caring for these persons with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Focus Group Discussion (FGD) was used to collect data on the participants' health education needs and health education strategies to address the health education needs. The data then analyzed narratives using the Braun and Clarke Thematic Analysis. Another FGD was done to evaluate the teaching strategies' effectiveness after the health education sessions.\u0000\u0000Results: The findings generated three themes. Theme 1: identified health education needs; the participants wanted to have guidelines on diet and physical activity for them to follow. Theme 2: the variety of strategies needed for learning; the participants emphasized the importance of different teaching-learning strategies for learning diet management and appropriate physical activity. Lastly, in Theme 3: the effectiveness of the teaching strategies, the participants expressed that an individual's dietary habits through diet education and having learned and performed appropriate physical activities can positively impact persons with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. \u0000\u0000Discussion: The findings in this study highlighted tailor-fit health education strategies that were made both by the researcher and participants for diet and physical activity. The education strategies were easy to follow by allowing the participants to comply with the lifestyle modifications on diet and physical activity and therefore considered effective.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"202 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140457552","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"VIRTUAL REALITY IN THE PHILIPPINES: FACILITATORS AND PERCEIVED BARRIERS OF VIRTUAL REALITY AS A THERAPEUTIC TOOL IN THE CLINICAL SETTING","authors":"Brent Adams S. Eliasos, Betina Alexandra N. Decada, John Paul R. De Guia, Julian D. Rafanan, Virginie Mae I. Inuman, Aira Jannelle I. Revuelto, M. A. Zamora","doi":"10.46409/002.ayee8847","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.ayee8847","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Virtual Reality (VR) begins to emerge in the Physical Therapy Practice here in the Philippines. However, it goes through a process of acceptance before it can be used as a part of the mainstream treatment modality in the current PT practice. Study aims to explore the perceived barriers and limitations of a handheld virtual reality as a therapeutic tool. \u0000\u0000Methods: The study employed a qualitative phenomenological study a semi-structured interview conducted via Zoom platform. A snowball sampling was utilized to gather informants’ opinions. Coding was conducted through a meticulous review of respondents by the researchers. The codes were analyzed using Collaizi Method through QDA Miner Lite. Theoretical thematic analysis was utilized to support the themes from the answers of the informants. \u0000\u0000Results: Twelve informants were initially invited to reach the number of subjects required. However, only ten agreed and consented to participate. Data saturation was met during the sixth interview. The following themes emerged: Barriers (Expensiveness, Atypical Practice), Limitations (Short-Term Functional Effect, Level of Comprehension Required to Understand VR), and Advantages (Entertaining and Usefulness to Neurological and Musculoskeletal cases). \u0000\u0000Discussion: This paper gathered information from ten registered physical therapists (PTRP) in the country who experienced the use of handheld VR (Nintendo Wii, Xbox, etc.) and their perception of their exposure to the emerging therapeutic tool. Nine out of ten subjects concluded that the cost and expense of the console and the setup of the whole handheld VR room is the main barrier as to why it is still not being used in majority of the rehabilitative clinics nowadays. As an atypical practice, it also plays a role in the perceived barriers of the informants. Most of the subjects believed that current practice in the country needs to work with technology more – in order to keep up with the ever-growing technology in healthcare.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"64 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140457607","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE GAP OF CAREGIVERS IN HANDLING CHILDREN WITH CEREBRAL PALSY (CP) IN FLORENTINO CAMAQUIN INTEGRATED SCHOOL (FCIS)","authors":"Dirylle Ross O. Aguilar, Shanaya A. Cocson, Krizia Mae G. Ferreras, Maritoni Angelica E. Rosario, Xarian Camil E. Ruiz, Jozen C. Sumauang, Athyna Belle V. Tactay, Jullie Ann G. Urnos, Chariss M. Macalma","doi":"10.46409/002.zzve7310","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.zzve7310","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Ranging from 1 to nearly 4 per 1,000 children, cerebral palsy is a common cause of disability. It describes a group of permanent developmental disorders of movement and posture, causing limitations in doing activities. This requires caregivers to take on numerous responsibilities that are safe and unique to those with CP. The study determined and correlated the caregiver’s knowledge and practices in handling children with CP in FCIS. \u0000\u0000Methods: The study utilized a descriptive correlational design, and total enumeration as the sampling design, wherein 31 respondents completed a survey questionnaire, and ten of them were chosen through a fish-bowl method to participate in focus group discussion for more in-depth data collection. \u0000\u0000Results: The study reveals that majority of caregivers are women between age range of 21-66 years old and have attained high level of education. A greater portion of have experienced caring for children with CP between the ages of six to 23 years old and have a spastic type. The study shows that most caregivers possess a high level of knowledge and practices in terms of caring for children with CP. This increased awareness helps caregivers in providing proper assistance in transferring and lifting, activities of daily living and school related activities associated with the care and well-being of children with CP. \u0000\u0000Discussion: The study revealed that there is no gap as a significant relationship was determined between the caregivers’ knowledge and practices in handling children with CP in FCIS. It is imperative that caregivers’ level of knowledge and level of expertise with their handling practices should continue to increase in all aspects to provide quality care that may improve the condition of their child with CP.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"20 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140457745","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"THE EFFECTIVENESS OF CUSTOM FOOT ORTHOSIS VERSUS PLACEBO ORTHOSIS ON CHRONIC LOW BACK PAIN AMONG PATIENTS WITH FLATFEET: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND META-ANALYSIS","authors":"V. C. I. Dones, Christoffer Von D. Caet, Jenneli Natasha S. Agdeppa, Jan Paolo J. De Guzman, Anne Dessiree P. Dungo, Jasmin Rose M. Dupalco, Janine Debianca T. Manggalo, Hanjeriel D. Melchor, Clarissa Louise R. Tolentino, Glendon Vince M. Torres","doi":"10.46409/002.geyd7059","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.geyd7059","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of foot orthosis in treating chronic low back pain among patients with flatfeet. \u0000\u0000Methods: This systematic review followed the JBI methodology for systematic reviews and was registered with PROSPERO. The search strategy involved a three-step process to identify both published and unpublished studies from various databases without language or date restrictions. After title & abstract screening then full-text screening, selected studies were assessed for bias using the Cochrane Risk of Bias Assessment Tool, with domains such as attrition, reporting, detection, selection, and performance bias considered. The data extraction was done using a standardized JBI tool, and statistical analysis utilized RevMan 5.4 software. The GRADE approach was employed to evaluate the certainty of evidence and outcomes included information on risk, relative risk, quality of evidence, and various factors influencing it. \u0000\u0000Results: Out of 3,102 papers, only 2 were included in the study. With a total of 152 participants, 80 were assigned to the experimental group while 70 in the control group. Statistical analysis reveals a reduction in pain with a mean difference of 3.50 (95% CI, 95% CI, 4.04, 2.97) & improvement in disability with a mean difference of 13.87 (95% CI, 16.37, 11.37). No significant heterogeneity were calculated as indicated by an I² of 0%. \u0000\u0000Discussion: Findings suggest that both CFO is more effective than placebo orthosis in treating back pain and disability. However, statistical analysis reveals that CFO is clinically significant in treating only back-pain related disability and not back pain per se. The review acknowledges a scarcity of compelling evidence from prior research, underscoring the necessity for additional research to confirm the broader effectiveness of foot orthotics in managing low back pain.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"118 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140457435","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}