Derrick F. Campbell, J. Brismée, Brad Allen, T. Hooper, Manuel A. Domenech, K. Manella
{"title":"Self-Efficacy with Telehealth Examination: the Doctor of Physical Therapy Student Perspective","authors":"Derrick F. Campbell, J. Brismée, Brad Allen, T. Hooper, Manuel A. Domenech, K. Manella","doi":"10.46409/002.udav8455","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.udav8455","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: The shift to telehealth exposed gaps in our understanding of how physical therapy students perceive patient assessment in a remote situation using the examination component of the patient/client management (PCM) model. The purpose of the study was to compare Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students’ self-efficacy performing patient assessment using the examination component of the PCM model using telehealth compared with conventional examination. To achieve the purpose of this study, the Physical Therapist Self-Efficacy (PTSE) scale was used. More specifically, self-efficacy in clinical reasoning was measured using the following items: (1) PTSE total score (2) performance of tests and measures, (3) determining when to refer to another practitioner, and (4) screening for primary medical disease.\u0000\u0000Methods: A survey-based descriptive and exploratory repeated measures design was used, with surveys distributed to entry-level DPT students during their clinical experiences in the United States during the Fall 2020 semester. A convenience sample of 35 second- and third-year entry-level DPT students who reported provided both telehealth and traditional examinations during clinical experiences was used. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to evaluate within group differences comparing student self-efficacy using telehealth and conventional examination.\u0000\u0000Results: Wilcoxon sign ranks revealed statistically significant differences in self-efficacy scores of students conducting patient assessment using telehealth compared to conventional examination. More specifically, scores for telehealth were lower (P < 0.001) compared to conventional examination in PTSE total score, performance of tests and measures, determining when to refer to another practitioner, and medical screening for primary disease.\u0000\u0000Discussion: Doctor of Physical Therapy students’ self-efficacy was lower when providing telehealth across all PTSE questions pertaining to the examination component of the PCM model. Exploring telehealth content and sequence in entry-level physical therapy curriculum may help students feel more prepared to perform telehealth examination.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"115 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114491316","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":"Designing a Conceptual Framework to Align Learning Objectives to the Interprofessional Education Collaborative Core Competencies: A Narrative Review","authors":"N. Belleza, Maureen Johnson","doi":"10.46409/002.einb1913","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.einb1913","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Early placement of interprofessional education (IPE) in academic curricula may foster foundational learning to shape student attitudes, knowledge, and skills and better prepare practice-ready clinicians for future team-based collaboration. The purpose of this narrative review was to investigate and analyze the current use of IPE in OT and PT higher education.\u0000\u0000Methods: Three databases, Academic Search Complete, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, and ERIC, were searched from 2017 to 2022. Inclusion criteria were articles with full text availability, published within the 5 year search time range from the time of the narrative review process, peer reviewed studies, original research, meta-analysis studies, case studies, and review articles. Duplicates were removed, and studies were excluded if related to only clinical or practice-based healthcare delivery, community health service-learning, virtual or telehealth platforms, not applicable to the disciplines of OT and PT, or not available in English.\u0000\u0000Results: After filtering and screening articles yielded from the literature review, a total of studies (n = 76) provided considerable evidence for contributing to best-practice guidelines in aligning IPE learning with student outcomes and the Interprofessional Education Collaborative Core Competencies. Substantial evidence was found, which resulted in the creation of a conceptual framework to advance IPE health science education and to meet discipline-specific IPE accreditation standards for OT and PT education. The resultant proposed IPE Conceptual Framework provides alignment of course learning objectives, accreditation standards, institutional and programmatic learning outcomes, and IPEC Core Competencies to create authentic IPE learning activities.\u0000\u0000Conclusions: This study provides a current review for IPE in OT and PT education in the United States and can have application abroad. The findings guided development of a conceptual framework for alignment of IPEC Core Competencies, curricular outcomes, and accreditation standards. Follow-up studies are recommended to validate the utilization of the proposed framework, and then subsequent research inquiry to further assess IPE effectiveness.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"7 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121303161","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":"REDEFINING, REFRAMING, AND REDESIGNING PHILIPPINE PHYSICAL THERAPY EDUCATION","authors":"C. Peralta","doi":"10.46409/002.zlua5751","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.zlua5751","url":null,"abstract":"UNESCO launched the Future of Education: Learning to Become initiative in 2019, “with the aim of rethinking education and reimagining how knowledge and learning can shape the future of humanity and the planet” (UNESCO, 2020, p. 7). Over the recent years, physical therapy education in the Philippines was affected by a number of changes in the country’s educational landscape, including the introduction of K-to-12 in basic education, the implementation of a new outcomes-based tertiary-level curriculum aligned with K-to-12, the shift to flexible learning approaches during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the resumption to in-person learning as we recover from COVID-19. Evolving national and global needs and priorities likewise shape the landscape of higher education and need to be taken into account in envisioning the future of physical therapy education moving forward. \u0000In this light, the roadmap for Philippine physical therapy education is being developed as part of the Competitiveness Roadmap for Physical Therapy. Such PT education roadmap is intended to: (1) REDEFINE the purpose of PT education within global, national, and local context and needs; (2) REFRAME the future of PT education given the changing landscape of education, health care, and professional practice; and (3) REDESIGN PT education to ensure its relevance, responsiveness, and\u0000sustainability.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"92 2 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-04-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130940610","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":"Effects of recreational cycling on low back pain among college students of the University of Baguio","authors":"","doi":"10.46409/002.npmb7287","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.npmb7287","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of recreational cycling on low back pain among college students of the University of Baguio. \u0000\u0000Methods: This study utilized a descriptive-quantitative survey design through online questionnaires among a total of 130 cyclist participants. Frequency count and percentage distribution were used to profile the respondents and the variables of the study. The chi-square test for independence was used to determine the correlation between the different factors and low back pain. \u0000\u0000Results: The majority of cyclist respondents are females (58.5%), with no history of LBP (76.2%), perform recreational cycling twice a week or less (86.2%) wherein each session lasts less than 2 hours (66.9%) and they have been doing recreational cycling for less than one year (64.6%). Furthermore, the cyclist respondents usually cycle on flat terrains (48.5%) using upper handlebar types. The chi-square test for independence revealed that there is no significant relationship between presence of LBP and sex, frequency of cycling, duration of a single cycling session, history of LBP, and handlebar type, p > .05. \u0000\u0000Discussion: The study revealed that recreational cycling will have no significant effect on LBP, regardless of variables. LBP, sex, frequency of cycling, duration of a single cycling session, history of LBP, and handlebar type will neither make LBP worse nor better. The study’s findings suggest that recreational cycling can be considered a safe recreational activity.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"9 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121065876","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}
Zyra Mae V. Sicat, Paulin Grace M. Espino, K. Devora, Richard Lemuel Q. Budomo, Jewel Jace M. Abella, Barbara Nicole Y. Angeles, Giancarlo Philip H. Benzonan, Coby Jaleeyah Y. Chan, Erika L. Ignacio, Peter Oliver G. Palacio, Julia Erin G. Tan
{"title":"Occupational Safety and Health Practices among Physical Therapists in Metro Manila during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study Protocol","authors":"Zyra Mae V. Sicat, Paulin Grace M. Espino, K. Devora, Richard Lemuel Q. Budomo, Jewel Jace M. Abella, Barbara Nicole Y. Angeles, Giancarlo Philip H. Benzonan, Coby Jaleeyah Y. Chan, Erika L. Ignacio, Peter Oliver G. Palacio, Julia Erin G. Tan","doi":"10.46409/002.atvp9654","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.atvp9654","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: The purpose of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is to protect and prevent workers from being exposed to risks and hazards that are detrimental to their health and safety. For the past two years, the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is one of the most significant occupational health outcomes to physical therapists (PTs) due to the nature of their work. However, minimal studies have been conducted about the experiences and OSH practices of PTs during the pandemic. This study aims to understand the experiences of clinical PTs in Metro Manila, Philippines during the pandemic. The study also seeks to explore the OSH practices and responses of PTs to presenting occupational risks and hazards through a qualitative descriptive study design.\u0000\u0000Methods: In this qualitative descriptive study, a maximum variation purposeful sampling method will be used in recruiting an estimated total of twelve (12) participants. A preliminary questionnaire would be disseminated via Google Forms to determine the eligibility of potential participants. Data will be gathered through a one-to-one semi-structured online interview, which will be transcribed verbatim and recorded with audio and video. Both manual coding and software-aided coding (NVivo) will be utilized in the data analysis. Emerging themes will be identified using thematic inductive analysis.\u0000\u0000Discussion: The results of the study may contribute to the formulation of better guidelines in handling infectious diseases even after quarantine restrictions are lifted. Furthermore, the findings will also provide the groundwork for the local body of knowledge in the Philippines and may serve as a future reference for research concerning OSH practices in physical therapy locally.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"258 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114467783","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":"Association of commonly reported musculoskeletal pain with the ergonomic risk assessment of first-person shooter personal computer gamers: a cross-sectional pilot study","authors":"","doi":"10.46409/002.iohx5649","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.iohx5649","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Few to no literature on ergonomic risk assessment focus on gamers and musculoskeletal pain. While there is evidence on the ergonomic risks in mobile gaming, console gaming, and exergaming, there is none particular for first-person shooter games where accuracy and speed of mouse movements are important. The objective of the study is to assess the ergonomic risk and identify its association to the commonly reported musculoskeletal pain of first-person shooter computer gamers. \u0000\u0000Methods: The Rapid Upper Limb Assessment was used to determine the ergonomic risk of 10 gamers using a single chosen frame from 30-minute videos taken while playing a first-person shooter game. The Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire was used to identify commonly reported musculoskeletal pain. Fisher Exact Test was performed to quantify the relationship between these variables. \u0000\u0000Results: The level of musculoskeletal disorder risk resulted with 80-90% having medium risk and 10-20% having very high risk. Low back and neck pain are the most prevalent pain present in 60% and 50% of the participants respectively. No significant relationship was found between the variables with P values of 0.40 for the left view and 0.13 for the right view. \u0000\u0000Discussion: Other factors outside the scope of the study should also be considered such as pain external to gaming, duration of gaming hours, amount of rest periods, and participants’ age. The study provides a protocol that future studies may reference for gaming, specifically in an online setting. However, the relationship between ergonomic risk and commonly reported musculoskeletal pain is found to be statistically insignificant.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"58 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127531867","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}
Errik Jon Abanto, Elizah Joie Fredeluces, Guilbert Lastrado, Andrea Macasio, Adrian Jebby Potot, Aaron Villegas, M. A. Zamora, Justine Vincent Ramos, Rowena Alejo, John Matthew Zarate, Pablo Maritoni, Lauro Esquillona, H. Labao
{"title":"Cancer rehabilitation effects on the quality of life on individuals with cancer: a scoping review","authors":"Errik Jon Abanto, Elizah Joie Fredeluces, Guilbert Lastrado, Andrea Macasio, Adrian Jebby Potot, Aaron Villegas, M. A. Zamora, Justine Vincent Ramos, Rowena Alejo, John Matthew Zarate, Pablo Maritoni, Lauro Esquillona, H. Labao","doi":"10.46409/002.bbmm4566","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.bbmm4566","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: This study aims to explore cancer rehabilitation practice from multiple researches and to review the effectiveness of these interventions to the quality of life of the individuals with cancer. \u0000\u0000Methods This research used articles, journals, and research from PubMed, ScienceDirect, NCBI, PEDro, and UpToDate. This study utilized randomized control trial studies from 2011 to the current year. The article's population should be solely cancer patients and has the quality of life as its primary outcome. The articles must have at least a score of 8 in PEDro, and only articles written or translated into English are included. Rayyan.ai ® was used in our research as our review too. \u0000Published by University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences on behalf of the Philippine Physical Therapy Association. ISSN: 2766-3086 \u0000\u0000Results: A total of 8 RCTs were included and reviewed in the study. The results were categorized based on the primary and secondary outcomes and formed into five outcomes: quality of life, fatigue, physical performance, pain, and balance. Eight articles were evaluated for QoL. Six out of all reported a significant effect of cancer rehabilitation among cancer individuals. The other two showed a statistical significance due to small population and insignificant differences aside from selfreported physical activity. Four studies were assessed for fatigue and showed a significant effect in improving and preventing worsening of it. One study reported a significant benefit in increasing physical performance of individuals with cancer. One study was evaluated for pain and gave a significant improvement on the level of pain. One of eight articles addressed balance and significantly improved balance among cancer individuals undergoing treatment. \u0000\u0000Discussion: Adverse effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy among cancer patients alter their quality of life. Doing aerobic and resistance exercises reign superior across all outcomes that are recommended in a patient with cancer because based on the evidence, it shows that it improves the quality of life of individuals undergoing chemotherapy and diagnosed with cancer. The clinical effects that will benefit the body by doing these exercises are as follows: Increase lung volume, strengthen cardiac muscle, increase the level of HDL, increase bone density, and increase blood volume due to higher endurance during intense physical activity.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"14 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123409060","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}
Adnan N. Balisi, Vince Paul Lobaton, Jhonas Santi A. Jegira, Dane Marie O. Debulgado, Mae Adrinne Tumonong, Christian James Brillas, Ritchie Belle S. Gelito, Mychelle Rae R. Marasigan
{"title":"Effectiveness of Vacuotherapy and Dry Needling as Adjunct Treatment for Musculoskeletal Cases: A Cohort in a PT Clinic","authors":"Adnan N. Balisi, Vince Paul Lobaton, Jhonas Santi A. Jegira, Dane Marie O. Debulgado, Mae Adrinne Tumonong, Christian James Brillas, Ritchie Belle S. Gelito, Mychelle Rae R. Marasigan","doi":"10.46409/002.bwm56802","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.bwm56802","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Usage of vacuum therapy and dry needling in physical therapy management of musculoskeletal cases have gained increasing usage but there is a limited number of literatures regarding its effect. This study determines the effect size of the interventions, which are vacuotherapy and dry needling as adjunct treatment to exercises, performed in a local PT clinic to musculoskeletal cases in three different treatment sessions with a week gap in between.\u0000\u0000Methods: The study is a retrospective-cohort where sampling was purposive in gathering historical patient charts. The numerical pain rating scales and relevant range of motion in the musculoskeletal cases were collected for analysis.\u0000\u0000Results: Results showed large significant reduction in pain scale between sessions but no significant changes in all ranges of motion across different anatomically categorized musculoskeletal cases.\u0000\u0000Discussions: The results of this study imply that using vacuum therapy and dry needling as adjunct to therapeutic exercises can reduce pain intensities significantly but not ROM. Further research is recommended regarding effects of these tools for ROM and their retention of effects.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"25 7","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133106650","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}
Christopher G. Cruz, D. Lipardo, N. T. S. Esplana, Beatrice Ann Q. Loa, Micah L. Dismaya, Janelle Meara Y. Lau, Mirzi Chelsea R. Quizzagan, Arianne B. Cardenas, Adellene Therese S. Celso, Hanz Lauren A. Taguinod, Kristian Joseph C. Martin, Leonardo S. Uy
{"title":"Experiences and Perspectives of Filipino Patients with Stroke on Physical Therapy Telerehabilitation: A Phenomenological Study Protocol","authors":"Christopher G. Cruz, D. Lipardo, N. T. S. Esplana, Beatrice Ann Q. Loa, Micah L. Dismaya, Janelle Meara Y. Lau, Mirzi Chelsea R. Quizzagan, Arianne B. Cardenas, Adellene Therese S. Celso, Hanz Lauren A. Taguinod, Kristian Joseph C. Martin, Leonardo S. Uy","doi":"10.46409/002.pfeu8614","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.pfeu8614","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the Philippines, so these patients must continuously undergo rehabilitation for faster recovery.\u0000With the rise of COVID-19, physical therapy (PT) telerehabilitation (TR) has emerged, where services are provided outside the usual rehabilitation setting for patients with stroke to continue their treatment while reducing the risk of acquiring COVID-19. However, it is a relatively new service in the country; hence, further research is needed to identify the factors and needs of these patients during TR, which may help improve PT TR services.\u0000Objective: This study aims to explore the experiences and perspectives of Filipino patients with stroke who have undergone PT TR in the Philippines since March 2020. Administrators of healthcare facilities, policy-makers, and other decision-makers involved in evaluating, implementing, and developing PT TR may benefit patients with stroke. This can expand the scope of rehabilitation to patients with stroke who have no access to face-toface rehabilitation or improve the training or education of Physical Therapists who are providing TR to stroke patients.\u0000Methods: This will be a qualitative phenomenological study design that will use purposive sampling to recruit participants. Semi-structured interviews (SSI) will be conducted online using Google Meetings®, Zoom®, or Facebook Messenger® to record their experiences and perspectives. The NVivo data analysis software will be used to create codes and identify themes from the data gathered. The data that will be obtained is about the experiences and perspectives of Filipino patients with stroke regarding PT TR. The insights of the participants will undergo Thematic Analysis until no new information will be discovered from the analyzed data.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"47 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114491190","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":"Effectiveness of anti-gravity treadmill on gait quality of patients with orthopedic conditions: a systematic review","authors":"","doi":"10.46409/002.geoc2134","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.46409/002.geoc2134","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: To identify the effectiveness of anti-gravity treadmill (AGT) on gait quality of patients with orthopedic conditions through a systematic review. \u0000\u0000Methods: Search was conducted in databases such as Cochrane Library, MEDLINE, Physiotherapy Database (PEDro), ScienceDirect, and NCBI for the articles published between January 2011 and April 2022. Included studies undergo data extraction, methodological quality assessment using the PEDro Scale and JBI Critical Appraisal Tool, and assessed risk of bias using the Cochrane Collaboration’s risk of bias tool. The main outcome evaluated in this study is the gait quality. \u0000\u0000Results: Out of 147 publications found, 11 studies with the mean of 37 the review included subjects. Anti-gravity treadmill appears to be effective equal to standard rehabilitation in improving the gait quality and the overall function of the patient. \u0000\u0000Discussion: The use of anti-gravity treadmill is safe and reliable, and it can be a complementary therapeutic option for improving gait quality in patients with lower extremity orthopedic conditions. However, due to the risk of bias assessment, there is no conclusive evidence to support the claims. To increase evidence power, studies with higher methodological quality and larger samples are required.","PeriodicalId":156633,"journal":{"name":"Philippine Journal of Physical Therapy","volume":"6 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125530214","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}