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High-Intensity Interval Training and Biological Age , Trevor Lohman

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

The Impact of Intraneural Facilitation Therapy on Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy , Kyan Zhra-Sahba Alnajafi

The Influence of Strength and Mobility on Lumbar Biomechanics During Lifting , Christopher S. Patterson

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Spine Kinematics and Muscle Activities in Non-specific Chronic Low Back Pain Subgroups in Sitting , Mansoor Ahmed Alameri

Relationship between Balance and Physical Activity in Subjects with Non-Specific Chronic Low Back Pain , Muhsen B. Alsufiany

Does self-evaluation and education in students change attitudes and beliefs towards Weight Stigma? , Henry A. Garcia

Effects of Head Motion on Balance in Middle-Aged and Young Adults with Chronic Motion Sensitivity , Ammar E. Hafiz

Effect of Pediatric Ear Infections on Postural Stability , Ohud A. Sabir

Biomechanics and Postural Control Characteristics in Low Back Pain Subgroups During Dynamic Task , Amjad Shallan

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Effect of Adding Stretching Techniques to Standardized Intervention on Nonspecific Mechanical Neck Pain , Saad S. Alfawaz

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Effects of Head Motion on Postural Stability in Participants with Chronic Motion Sensitivity , Abdulaziz A. Albalwi

Relationship between Vestibular System, Vision, Anxiety, and Chronic Motion Sensitivity , Ahmad A. Alharbi

The Effects of Frequent Smartphone Use on Children’s Upper Posture and Pulmonary Function , Asma Alonazi

The Effects of Wearing Headscarves on Cervical Spine Proprioception and Range of Motion , Samiah Alqabbani

A Comparison of Neuromuscular Control between Subjects with and without Chronic Ankle Instability , Hatem Jaber

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Effects of Adjustments to Wheelchair Seat to Back Support Angle on Head, Neck, and Shoulder Postures , Afnan M. Alkhateeb

Effect of Jet Lag on Postural Stability , Faisal M. Al Mubarak

Effect of Heavy Lifting with a Head Strap on the Pelvic Floor across the Menstrual Cycle , Yvonne Biswokarma

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Physical Therapy after Triangular Fibrocartilage Injuries and Ulnar Wrist Pain , Mohamed A. Abdelmegeed

The Effect of Cervical Muscle Fatigue on Postural Stability during Immersion Virtual Reality , Mazen M. Alqahtani

The Effects of a Novel Therapeutic Intervention in Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Patients , Adel M. Alshahrani

Cross-cultural Adaption and Psychometric Properties Testing of The Arabic Anterior Knee Pain Scale , Abdullah S. Alshehri

Effect of Tai Chi Exercise Combined with Mental Imagery in Improving Balance , Abdulrahman Alsubiheen

Effect of Vestibular Adaptation Exercises on Chronic Motion Sensitivity , Danah Alyahya

Muscle Dynamics as the Result of Whole Body Vibration and Plyometrics , Richard Jeremy Hubbard

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Effect of Monophasic Pulsed Current on the Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis , Abdullah Alotaibi

Screening for Torticollis and Plagiocephaly: The Role of the Pediatrician , Lisa Ann Change-Yee Hwang

Effect of 17β Estradiol & Foot Strike Patterns on Physiological & Biomechanical Changes in Runners , Iman Akef Khowailed

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

Inter-rater Reliability of Lumbar Segmental Instability Tests and the Subclassification , Faisal Mohammad Alyazedi

Sleep-wake Cycle Assessment in Type 2 Diabetes and Salivary Melatonin Correlates , Paula Regina Aguiar Cavalcanti

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Elasticity and Force for Knee Flexion during the Menstrual Cycle in Women , Haneul Lee

Effect of Passive Vibration on Skin Blood Flow in Good Glycemic Control and Poor Glycemic Control Type 2 Diabetics , Kanikkai Steni Balan Sackiriyas

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

Co-diagnosis Frequency of Peripheral Vestibular Disorders and Physical Therapy , Summer M. San Lucas

Postural Sway, EEG and EMG Analysis of Hip and Ankle Muscles during Eight Balance Training Tasks , Yuen Yi Florence Tse

Effect of a Single High-Fat Meal and Vitamins on the Circulatory Response to Local Heat in Koreans and Caucasians , JongEun Yim

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Virtual Reality Gaming as a Tool for Rehabilitation in Physical Therapy , Abel A. Rendon

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

Aerobic Exercise and Bone Turnover in Trained and Untrained Premenopausal Women , Michelle Prowse

Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

Effect of 3-Electrode Electrical Stimulation on Current Delivery and Healing in Chronic Wounds , HyeJin Suh

Theses/Dissertations from 2007 2007

Is Electrical Stimulation a Predictive Tool for Autonomic Dysfunction in Males with Diabetes? , Susan Dorothy Rand

Theses/Dissertations from 2005 2005

The Effect of Posterior Versus Anterior Glide Joint Mobilization on External Rotation Range of Motion of Patients with Shoulder Adhesive Capsulitis , Andrea J. Johnson

The Effect of Electrical Stimulation on Blood Flow in Chronic Wounds in Patients with and without Diabetes , Daryl J. Lawson

Isokinetic Knee Strength in Females with Fibromyalgia , Flora F. Shafiee

Difference in Transverse Plane Scapular Position of Professional Baseball Players Relative to Baseball Field Position , James M. Syms

The Effect of Positioning on Pelvic Floor Muscle Activity as Evaluated with Surface Electromyography in Normals , Karen R. Whitter-Brandon

Theses/Dissertations from 2004 2004

Orthopedic Treatment Outcomes and Physical Therapists' Orthopedic Clinical Specialist Status , Karin Granberg

The Effectiveness of a Physical Therapy Intervention for Children with Hypotonia and Flatfeet , Charmayne G. Ross

Theses/Dissertations from 2003 2003

The Role of Health Promotion in Physical Therapy , Brenda L. Rea

Predicting Sacroiliac Syndrome: The Association Between Noninvasive Sacroiliac Joint Tests and Sacroiliac Joint Injections , Lorraine D. Webb

Theses/Dissertations from 2002 2002

Prevalence of various Upper Extremity Disorders in Patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome versus Patients without Carpal Tunnel Syndrome , Daniel C. Buda

Effect of Electrode Size, Shape, and Placement on Electrical Current and Subject Comfort During Electrical Stimulation , Bonnie J. Forrester

Patterns of Scholarly Productivity in Physical Therapy Faculty , Ardith L. Williams-Meyer

Theses/Dissertations from 2001 2001

The Effects of Education on Fear-Avoidance Behavior of Subjects with Work-Related Low Back Pain , Marie A. Anger

Toward the Optimal Waveform for Electrical Stimulation , Scott Douglas Bennie

Factors in Predicting the Number of Home Care Physical Visits , Bruce D. Bradley

A Practice Analysis Survey: Defining the Clinical Practice of Primary Care Physical Therapy , Edsen Bermudez Donato

Disability Self-Assessment and Upper Quarter Muscle Balance in Females , Eric Glenn Johnson

Theses/Dissertations from 2000 2000

Comparison of Elderly Non-Fallers and Fallers on Performance Measures of Functional Reach, Sensory Organizations, and Limits of Stability , Harvey W. Wallmann

Theses/Dissertations from 1999 1999

Patient participation in physical therapy goal-setting , Susan M. Baker

Theses/Dissertations from 1998 1998

Prediction of Discharge Destination from Initial Physical Therapy Assessment using the Physical Assessment Key (PAK) , Wendy L. Chung and Kimberly A. Vieten

Does the Oswestry or SF-36 Help a Therapist to Predict Treatment Classification , Amy Crawford and Denese D. Kaufeldt-Soliz

Reliability and Validity of Assessing Student Performance of Psychomotor Skills in Entry Level Physical Therapy Curricula , Nancy Sue Darr

Theses/Dissertations from 1997 1997

Reference Serum Chemistry and Hematological Values for Spinal Cord Injured Patients , Michael S. Laymon and Antone L. Davis II

Discharge Outcomes : An Evaluation of a Functional Index of Physical Assistance , Jan R. Snell

Theses/Dissertations from 1985 1985

A Comparison of Strength Improvement on Free Weights and the Universal Centurion , David J. Davies

Theses/Dissertations from 1984 1984

The effect of dextrose ingestion on cardiovascular endurance , Judith M. Axford

Theses/Dissertations from 1980 1980

The Ingestion of Garlic and its Effect on Cardiovascular Endurance , Thomas G. Blackwelder

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Best 60 Physical Therapy Research Topics

Physical therapists specialize in improving the quality of life through movements by prescribed physical exercise, care, and education of patients. They diagnose and treat people of various ages, from adults to small children and even older patients.

Different individuals suffer injuries, disabilities, and all other physical conditions that require hospitalization or treatment. Physical therapists are responsible for nursing these people back to health and individuals who want to become even healthier and prevent physical complications in the future.

They carry this out by examining each patient and creating a treatment plan to improve movement ability and reduce or manage pain, prevent disability, and gradually restore normal mobility functions. Physical therapists are sometimes underrated, but they can affect profound positive changes in people’s lives.

To ensure the best treatment outcomes, it is essential for physical therapists to stay updated with the latest research and advancements in the field. If you’re in need of assistance in exploring physical therapy research topics or require support in writing your thesis, consider reaching out to professional experts who can help you. With their expertise, they can guide you in selecting relevant research topics and provide valuable insights to enhance your thesis.

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What Are Some Physical Therapy Research Topics?

Physical therapists practice across different works of life. Significant examples are schools, workplaces, clinics, hospitals, sports environments, and nursing homes. The demand for physical therapies differs in various regions of the world. In countries or nations with a higher and older population, the need for physical therapists is ever increasing.

Research topics for physical therapy provide insight into the various ways and methods of fulfilling healthy living through physical therapy and fitness. These topics can range from research education to health administration and consultation. Fundamentally, physical therapy is given as a means of primary care or in addition to other medical services.

In most countries, physical therapists also possess the authority to issue lifestyle routines and prescribe medications. Some research topics in physical therapy include;

• The systemic review of health promotion in physical therapy
• The influence of hip strength and core endurance on recurrent dislocations
• Influence of fatigue and knee kinetics
• Effects of fatigue of jumping and leg movement
• Role of physical therapists in health promotion
• The accuracy of sensors in the detection of kicks in young infants

Current Physical Therapy Research Topics

Current physical therapy research topics mostly dwell on the trending and impactful issues that presently concern the physical health and fitness of the general population. They compare previous experiences and formulate ideas and physical movement methods to improve individuals’ physical wellbeing.

Students can write research papers about the latest developments in the sector of physical therapy. Some of these research topics can even address current setbacks in the sector. Some good research topics for physical therapy currently being talked about include;

• Physical therapy for rheumatoid arthritis
• Physical therapy and mental health
• Physical therapy and Foucault
• The pain barrier and physical therapy
• Physical therapy for cancer patients
• A study of the benefits of physical therapy on physical and psychological health

Pediatric Physical Therapy Research Topics

Pediatric physical therapy research topics talk about topics that involve patients requiring pediatric care. These types of physical therapy topics encompass how physical therapy affects both mother and child. These topics are perfect for students who intend on specializing in pediatric physical therapy.

However, the choice of any subject in this category should principally depend on the students’ passion and interest and the instructions of the tutors in charge. Examples of pediatric research topics in physical therapy are;

• How does physical therapy impact a child?
• The significant differences between occupational therapy and physical therapy
• The function and features of pediatric therapy research
• Who is a pediatric physical therapist, and what is their obligation?
• Disparities between a physical therapy for children of different age ranges
• Is pediatric research for children with injuries vital?

Interesting Physical Therapy Topics

Interesting physical therapy topics lean towards those topics on physical therapy that pique the interest of individuals and are extensive in terms of providing specific and compelling information on various points of improved physical health. These physical therapy topics are often discussed and induce great anticipation and interest upon their explanation or study. Some exciting research topics on physical therapy are;

• The science of pain and physical therapy
• Compliance and consistency in physical therapy
• Significant signs of burnout in physical therapy
• Travel therapy: A form of physical therapy
• Physical therapists and their handling of musculoskeletal issues
• The science behind physical therapy

Hot Topics in Physical Therapy

To think up hot topics in physical therapy research, students should brainstorm or explore the available problems or developments. Potential ideas in physical therapy such as the issues affecting routine and the growth and development or success of physical therapy can be written and thoroughly examined to generate hot topics in physical therapy. Hot research topics for physical therapy students include;

• Interaction between physical therapists and mentally challenged patients
• Physical therapy for both mind and body
• Physical disability and its psychological impact
• Physical therapy as a means of empowerment for surmounting pain
• Abuse and tortured patients’ treatment in physical therapy
• The effect of slow-progressing physical therapy

Controversial Topics Physical Therapy

Controversial topics in physical therapy research concern methods and techniques used by physical therapy experts which are deemed ineffective and unnecessary. These topics have differing opinions on their efficacy and contribution to overall physical wellbeing. Some controversial physical therapy topics are;

• Is ultrasound effective in the diagnosis of sports injuries?
• The reason behind self-myofascial techniques
• Is icing a good treatment for physical injuries?
• The process of dry needling
• Is hemp-derived CBD successful in treating sport-related injuries?
• The most effective strategies for targeting neuro-musculoskeletal injuries.

Acute Care Physical Therapy Topics

This topic revolves around patients who require acute physical care due to the nature of their physical impairments. Some of these topics include;

• Treatment of bone and muscle disorders in the musculoskeletal system
• Walking analysis and kinetics
• Primary effects of physical therapy intervention in the cardiovascular system
• Physiological responses to the musculoskeletal system
• Secondary effects of physical therapy intervention in the pulmonary system
• Measurements and tests in physical therapy.

Physical Therapy Topics for Presentation

These physical therapy research topics can be employed for presentation purposes. They intensively explain some direct aspects of physical therapy. These physical therapy presentation topics include;

• Prevention and identification of injuries during physical therapy
• Acute care and assessment of sports injuries
• Education of athletes on injury prevention
• Treatment and techniques that speed up physical therapy
• Best processes for the rehabilitation and management of injuries
• The pharmacology of musculoskeletal systems.

Physical Therapy Research Paper Topics

Physical therapy research paper topics delve into the extensive explanation and research of physical therapy methods and techniques used to treat physical impediments or disorders. Some of them are;

• The musculoskeletal system’s response to the environment
• Mobility and joint functions in the body
• Exercise and the musculoskeletal system
• Practicing physical therapy: A professionals perspective
• The benefits of an effective physical therapy
• Similarities in occupational and physical therapy.

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• Code of ethics for physical therapy
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• Ethical issues in the practice of physical therapy
• The relationship of patients and physical therapists

Conclusion 

Research papers on physical therapy essentially encompass health problems that make movement and daily tasks difficult for individuals. The principal reason for this is because physical therapy is about pain relief and physical rehabilitation. All the topics highlighted here can easily be used for research and paper writing.

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100+ Research Topics for Physiotherapy Students in 2022

The physiotherapy profession has addressed the significance of teaching students the fundamentals and applications of research through its published educational accreditation criteria and normative model of professional education.

The goal of Research Topics for Physiotherapy Students  is to conduct a long-term study of students in relation to their perception of research knowledge, perception of the best source to use when making clinical decisions, and their perception of the best tools to use when managing patients in a clinical setting.

How Physiotherapy Students can Choose Manageable Research Topics?

Discover what is already known about your issue and what unanswered research questions exist after reviewing it. The most recent literature will likely be the source of your research question.

What details and research remain on your problem? Which publications you discovered have you had "implications for future research"? Research Topics for Physiotherapy  Students  can take many different forms. Let's go through these topics one by one -

Top 25 Interesting Physiotherapy Research Topics

• Knee osteoarthritis can be treated with quadriceps workouts and Kinesio taping.
• Knee osteoarthritis can be treated with ultrasound therapy and knee joint mobilization.
• Effectiveness of resistance training and therapeutic ultrasonography in rheumatoid arthritis.
• Effect of nerve mobilization and gliding procedures in carpal tunnel syndrome.
• Contrasting the effects of conventional physical therapy methods with phonophoresis in osteoarthritis.
• Shoulder exercises for people who have had CABG.
• Effects of strengthening exercises and Kinesio taping for diastasis recti in postpartum women.
• Techniques for mobilization and hold relaxation for limited knee range of motion.
• Exercises that increase strength and use an alternating current to treat knee osteoarthritis
• Exercises that build muscle are used to treat shoulder pain in diabetics.
• Effectiveness of strengthening exercises and interferential current in the treatment of cervical discomfort.
• Effect of Kinesio taping and therapeutic ultrasonography on knee injuries.
• A randomized control experiment evaluating the effectiveness of Kinesio taping in treating shoulder discomfort.
• Contrasting the results of therapeutic ultrasound and dry needling for the relief of trapezius trigger points.
• Exercise's effects on a premenopausal woman's bone health.
• Effects of strengthening exercises and lumbar traction on chronic radicular lumbar back pain
• Exercises for strengthening and cervical traction for persistent neck discomfort
• A randomized control experiment using dry needling for cervical discomfort.
• A randomized control experiment evaluating the effectiveness of cervical mobilization in migraine.
• A randomized control experiment evaluating the effectiveness of stretching activities for treating low back pain.  
• Exercises for strengthening help with neck pain.
• Effects of pelvic floor exercises and therapeutic ultrasonography on the relief of persistent pelvic pain
• In an ankle injury, therapeutic ultrasound and Kinesio taping are used.
• Computer users' neck pain can be reduced using therapeutic ultrasound and trigger point release.
• Trigger point release helps female patients with lumbar back discomfort.

Top 25 Physiotherapy Research Topics for College Students

• Effect of trigger point release and therapeutic ultrasonography on the relief of neck discomfort in university students.
• An RCT looked at the impact of lumbar traction on calf muscle soreness.
• Impact of trigger point release in treating student thoracic back discomfort.
• Therapeutic ultrasonography with trigger point release for the treatment of persistent pelvic pain.
• Therapeutic ultrasound and trigger point release for piriformis muscle discomfort.
• Trigger point release's effects on reducing biceps discomfort.
• Scapular mobilization for shoulder pain relief.
• The effectiveness of therapeutic ultrasound and quadriceps muscle trigger point release in reducing knee pain
• Trigger point release and therapeutic ultrasound's effects on calf muscle discomfort.
• Effects of therapeutic ultrasound and trigger point release on treating tennis elbow discomfort.
• Effects of therapeutic ultrasound and trigger point release on golfer's elbow pain.
• Randomized controlled trial contrasting the benefits of therapeutic ultrasound and shock wave on heel spur pain.
• Impact of trigger point release and therapeutic ultrasound on reduction of SI joint discomfort.
• The effectiveness of cervical neck mobilization and therapeutic ultrasonography.
• Effect of mobilization in experiencing dizziness again.
• The ability of therapeutic ultrasonography to ease knee pain
• Techniques for easing shoulder discomfort
• Mobilization and therapeutic ultrasound for postpartum women with carpal tunnel syndrome.
• Comparison of the effects of shock wave therapy versus the standard physiotherapy routine for treating fibromyalgia.
• Contrasting the effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation and interferential current for the treatment of chronic low back pain.
• Effectiveness of prenatal exercise program for sacroiliac joint treatment
• Interferential current in a randomized controlled trial for the treatment of rotator cuff muscle rupture pain.
• Contrasting the effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation and interferential current for the treatment of neck discomfort.
• The effectiveness of therapeutic ultrasound and mobilization in easing wrist discomfort.
• Therapeutic ultrasound's effect on reducing lumbar back pain.

Top 25 Current Physiotherapy Research Topics 

University students who suffer from thoracic back discomfort can benefit from therapeutic ultrasound treatments.

• Impact of therapeutic ultrasound and mobilization in easing pain in the SI joint.
• Contrasting the effects of conventional physiotherapy and shock wave therapy on cervical discomfort.
• Effects of conventional physical therapy and shock wave therapy for plantar fasciitis.
• Shock wave therapy and conventional physical therapy methods are used to treat lateral epicondylitis.
• Medical epicondylitis treatment procedure using physiotherapy.
• Contrasting the results of standard physiotherapy and shock wave therapy.
• Contrasting the effects of shock wave therapy and conventional physical therapy methods for treating trapezius trigger points
• Protocol used in conventional physical therapy to address low back pain.
• Treatment plan for piriformis syndrome.
• Contrasting the effects of shock wave therapy and conventional physical therapy methods for treating shoulder discomfort
• For the treatment of knee osteoarthritis, interferential current and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation is used.
• Interferential current in a randomized controlled trial for the treatment of pain following complete hip replacement.
• Comparative analysis For the treatment of bicep muscle pain, interferential current effects and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation are used.
• Effects of phonophoresis on bicipital tendinitis in a randomized controlled experiment.
• A randomized control experiment on the effects of phonophoresis for De Quervain's tenosynovitis.
• Effects of phonophoresis for the treatment of Achilles tendinitis in a randomized controlled experiment.
• A randomized control experiment evaluating the effects of phonophoresis for the treatment of lateral epicondylitis.
• Using transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, carpal tunnel syndrome can be treated.
• Interferential current under controlled study to treat pain following a shoulder replacement.
• Contrasting the effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation and interferential current for the treatment of piriformis syndrome.
• A trial-based investigation of phonophoresis's effects in the treatment of coccydynia.
• A Randomized Controlled Trial using the interferential current to treat meniscal tear pain
• Contrasting the effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation and interferential current for the treatment of lumbar back muscle spasm.
• Exercises that improve posture and build muscle are used to treat acute occupational neck pain.

Some Advance Physiotherapy Research Topics 

• A randomised control experiment evaluating the effectiveness of shortwave diathermy in treating knee osteoarthritis.
• A randomized control trial of manual therapy for treating vertigo.
• Kinesiotaping is used to treat persistent low back pain.
• Manual therapy's effects on the treatment of SI joint pain in postpartum women
• Low back pain management with infrared therapy.
• A controlled trial evaluating the effectiveness of short-wave diathermy with infrared therapy for the treatment of chronic low back pain.
• Exercises for stretching and strengthening to address forward head position.
• Kinesiotaping for female population bladder issues
• Kinesiotaping's effectiveness in treating patellofemoral pain syndrome.
• Results of a randomized control experiment on the effects of shock wave therapy for migraine management.
• A comparison of the effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation with the interferential current for the treatment of shoulder pain.
• Phonophoresis for the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee: a randomized control trial study.
• Prenatal exercise program's effectiveness in treating neck and shoulder discomfort
• Contrasting the results of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation with the interferential current.
• An analysis of the effectiveness of a prenatal exercise program for the treatment of low back pain.
• Competitive research on the effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation and interferential current for the treatment of lateral epicondylitis.
• Effects of phonophoresis for the treatment of neck pain: a randomized control experiment.
• For the treatment of medial epicondylitis, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation is used, and the effects of interferential current are compared.
• A comparison of the effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation with the interferential current for the treatment of persistent pelvic pain.
• A randomized control experiment evaluating the effects of phonophoresis on the treatment of SI joint discomfort.
• Contrasting the effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation and interferential current for the treatment of sacroiliac joint pain.
• Interferential current in a randomized controlled trial for the treatment of pain following total knee replacement.
• Exercises to strengthen the core and correct posture are used to address acute occupational low back pain.
• Frozen shoulder treatment with transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation and a comparative investigation of the effects of interferential current.
• A Study at an Indian Primary School on Inclusive Education Environments from the Teachers' Perspective.
• Learning methodologies and their relationship to self-study time are compared between students in a lecture-based curriculum and those who use problem-based learning.

Conclusion -

In this descriptive study of professional physiotherapy students, we sought to evaluate the students' self-reported feelings of comfort and confidence in reading and apply research findings published in the literature, their personal reading habits, and their general beliefs about the value of research to their professional careers and of basing clinical practise on research findings.

Research Topics for Physiotherapy Students show that although there were noticeable improvements by the program's conclusion, attitudes about research have not changed permanently in areas like individual motivation for participation in research and the importance that physical therapists accord to research.

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100 Best Physical Therapy Research Topics for Students

Physical therapy research topics are hard to come by, especially if you are looking for something substantial. Uncertainty often engulfs the minds of students when presented with a physical therapy research paper. Fortunately, there is a simple solution to that quagmire.

Interesting physical therapy topics need to be catchy, useful, and straight to the main point. It is worth noting that such a research paper is more informative and persuasive nature.

Controversial issues in physical therapy require the student to dig deep and get reliable and tangible facts that will not raise more questions than answers. Physical therapy research questions should align with the thesis statement. They should also be sufficiently covered in the body paragraphs by the evidence.

How To Come Up with a Research Topics

Interesting research topics on physical therapy, more physical therapy research topics, physical therapy research topics for college students, research paper topics for physical therapy presentation, current and pediatric physical therapy topic ideas for research, physiotherapy therapy topics in neurology, research topics in rehabilitation science, controversial physiotherapy topics, types of physical therapy.

Remember, it is easier to write about a topic that interests you. Therefore, the tips below will save you from the stress that many students experience while writing research papers .

Consider your discipline and the area that interests you most Try to incorporate personal experiences Browse several sources for great topic ideas Look for gaps in the materials available Explore some controversial issue

After coming up with your preferred topic(s), scan it through to see if there are like matches to prevent plagiarism.

Let us now have an in-depth analysis of the physical therapy project ideas that you can borrow for your next essay assignment. The topics will come in the following clusters:

• Pediatric physical therapy topics
• Physiotherapy therapy topics in neurology
• Research topics in rehabilitation science
• Controversial physiotherapy topics
• Types of physical therapy

Let’s dive right into the action, shall we?

If you are about to write a research paper on physical therapy, certain topics you can consider include:

• How does the musculoskeletal system respond to the environment?
• Viewing the practice of physical therapy from a professional’s perspective
• What are the major similarities and differences between occupational and physical therapy?
• The functions of mobility and the joints in the body
• Exercise and the musculoskeletal system: similarities and differences
• The downsides and benefits of an effective physical therapy
• The roles challenging professional physical therapists
• The relationship between patients and their physical therapists
• What are the rehabilitation guidelines for physical therapists?
• Physical therapy: what is the code of ethics for practicing?

If you want complex topics that focus on more realistic areas, you can consider the following;

• The dimensions of professional physical therapy
• What are the ethical issues involved in the practice of physical therapy?
• The feasibility of educating athletes on injury prevention
• Techniques and treatment methods that speed up physical therapy
• Physical therapy: the pharmacological aspect of musculoskeletal systems
• What are the best processes for managing and rehabilitating injuries?
• Assessment and acute treatment of sports injuries
• The musculoskeletal system: treating bone and muscle disorders
• Analysis of walking and kinetics
• Cardiovascular system: what are the primary effects of physical therapy intervention?

College students always get worried about choosing research topics. Sometimes because they don’t have access to them, some topics you can consider include:

• The musculoskeletal system and physiological responses
• The pulmonary system: what are the secondary effects of physical therapy intervention?
• Tests and measurements in professional physical therapy
• How effective is ultrasound in diagnosing sports injuries?
• What are the justifications for self-myofascial technique?
• The dry-needling process
• How effective is icing in treating physical injuries?
• The effects of hemp-derived CBD and its success in treating sport-related injuries
• Effective strategies and techniques for rehabilitating neuro-musculoskeletal injuries
• Slow-progressing physical therapy: is it effective in physical therapy?

Are you preparing for a physical therapy presentation and thinking of a research topic? Here are some you can consider:

• How physical therapy helps the mind and body
• The physiological impact of physical disability
• Can physical therapy be used to enable and empower surmounting pain?
• Physical therapists and mentally challenged patients: the relationship and interaction
• Treatment of abused and tortured patients using physical therapy
• The science behind physical therapy and pain
• Physical therapy: its compliance and consistency
• How do physical therapists handle musculoskeletal issues: good or bad?
• Pediatric research for injured children: is it vital?
• Significant differences between physical therapy for children at different ages

Are you a student of a pediatric physical therapist who is considering research topics for your project? Here are some you can pick from.

• Pediatric physical therapists: who are they, and what is their obligation?
• The impact of physical therapy on children
• Disparities between physical therapy and occupational therapy
• Pediatric therapy research: its functions and features
• The benefits of physical therapy on psychological and physical health
• Foucault and physical therapy: relationships, differences, and similarities
• Investigating the effects of physical therapy for rheumatoid arthritis
• The interaction between physical therapy and the pain barrier
• How does physical therapy help cancer patients?
• How effective are the treatment methods and strategies for mental health and physical therapy?
• Causes of defects in births
• Are genetic disorders inherited?
• How to alleviate head trauma
• Stages of limb deficiencies in children
• Are orthopedic disabilities preventable?
• Why are muscle diseases common in athletes?
• How to take care of children undergoing acute injury
• What is the efficiency of video pediatric treatment?
• Accessibility and reliability of pediatric clinics in the world
• The role of parents in preventing pediatric related diseases in children
• Cerebral Palsy Effects through Lifespan
• Clinical guidelines on neurology
• Parkinson’s disease: A case study
• Effects of exercise on mild Alzheimer’s disease after the first fall
• A survey of self-management tips on multiple sclerosis
• How to carry out a stroke assessment test
• The role of physical exercise in combating neurological diseases
• How does the Glasgow Coma scale work?
• The role of antidepressant medication in physiologic processes
• How has virtual reality changed the neural therapy industry?
• How to identify critical molecules along pathogenic pathways
• The impact of drug-based therapies on recovery of function
• How do motile biological systems work?
• The process of bone healing
• Mechanisms of spinal cord regeneration
• A case study of technologies that improve sensory issues
• Understanding the transition process from acute pain to chronic pain
• What is the place of assistive and therapeutic robotics?
• The growth of tissue engineering and its significance in physical therapy
• Methodological challenges in rehabilitation science
• How effective is physiotherapy exercise?
• Inter-professional ethics in physical therapy
• Are online physiotherapy courses leading to unprofessionalism?
• Physical therapy and the rise of sexual misconduct
• Does gender matter in the offering of physical therapy services?
• How religion perceives physical therapy: massage
• Effectiveness of physiotherapy for patients with traumatic brain injury
• Are beginning physiotherapy practitioners a threat to the industry?
• HIV and physiotherapy
• Controversial aspects of treatment
• Why does pediatric therapy only deal with children?
• Geriatric physical therapy
• Orthopedic physical therapy
• Vestibular rehabilitation
• Neurological physical therapy
• Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Types of Physical Therapy
• Clinical electrophysiology
• Oncological physical therapy and how it works
• Women’s health
• Sports physiotherapy

Physical therapy is a vast field of study, and therefore the physical therapy research paper topics are more than those mentioned above. You can check out some of the latest physiotherapy essay samples and get new topic ideas.

Currency is vital when arriving at your research topic. Strive to ensure that your thesis addresses a current issue in the physical therapy arena. Failure to do this would mean a high bounce rate or low grades for the essay you would have written.

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Defining the Question: Background and Foreground Questions

Background questions can help you develop foundational knowledge about whatever topic interests you..

Topic example:   mindfulness training and chronic pain management in patients with fibromyalgia

Here are some examples of background questions related to the topic:

• What populations of people are most impacted by fibromyalgia?
• What types of therapies are most commonly used to treat pain in fibromyalgia patients?
• How is mindfulness defined? Are there different types of mindfulness training? If so, what are they?
• What are the core principles underlying mindfulness and mindfulness training?
• How does one measure chronic pain?

The Find Background Information section of this guide lists useful sources for answering background questions.

Foreground questions are specific. They often deal with a particular therapy or intervention of interest.

A research question framework can help you organize the concepts in your foreground question. There are a number of different frameworks. The one you choose should correspond to the type of question you are asking.

• PICO ( P roblem/Population, I ntervention, C omparison, O utcome): The most common clinical question framework. Useful for clinical questions addressing the effect of an intervention, therapy, or treatment. 
• ECLIPSe (E xpectation, C lient Group, L ocation, I mpact, P rofessionals, Se rvice) : Useful for questions about policy and services.
• PCC ( P opulation/Problem, C oncept, C ontext): Useful for broad scoping questions.
• PEO ( P opulation, E xposure, O utcome): Useful for describing association between exposures/risk factors and outcomes.
• SPICE ( S etting, P erspective, I ntervention/phenomenon of Interest, C omparison, E valuation): Useful for evaluating the outcomes of a service, project, or intervention.
• SPIDER (S ample, P henomenon of I nterest, D esign, E valuation, R esearch Type): Useful for questions of experience or perspectives (questions that may be addressed by qualitative or mixed methods research).

PICO Framework Example

P (Population/Problem of Interest) = People with fibromyalgia

I (Intervention) = Aquatic therapy

C (Comparison Intervention) = No aquatic therapy

O (Outcome) = Reduction in pain

How effective is aquatic therapy for pain management (pain reduction) in people with fibromyalgia? 

ECLIPSe Framework Example

E (Expectation) = To increase access to physical therapy services

C (Client Group) = People with osteoarthritis living in rural communities

L (Location of service or policy) = Hospitals

I (Impact of service or policy) = Increased utilization of physical therapy services by people with osteoarthritis living in rural areas

P (Professionals involved in offering the service or policy) = Physical therapists, Hospital administrators

Se (Service) = Physical therapy services

How can physical therapists and hospital administrators work together to increase utilization of hospital-based physical therapy services by people with osteoarthritis who live in rural areas?

PCC Framework Example

P (Population characteristics or Problem focus) = Graduate students

C (Concept being examined) = Technological literacy

C (Context for the question - could include geographic location, setting of interest, etc.) = Physical therapy programs

How do physical therapy programs teach and measure the technological literacy of their graduate students throughout their educational programs?

PEO Example

P (Population) = Novice physical therapists

E (Exposure)=Mentoring programs

O (Outcome)=Professional confidence

What impact do mentoring programs have on the professional confidence of novice physical therapists?

SPICE Example

S (Setting) = Physical therapy graduate programs

P (Perspective) = New physical therapy graduate students

I (Intervention/Interest/Exposure) = Mindfulness training

C (Comparison) = No mindfulness training

E (Evaluation) = Reduced stress levels

What is the impact of mindfulness training on the stress levels of new physical therapy graduate students?

SPIDER Example

S (Sample, i.e. the group being studied) = Physical therapy interns

PI (Phenomenon of Interest, i.e., the reason for the behavior or decisions) = Clinical placements in extended care facilities

D (Design, i.e. how the research was collected) = Surveys and interviews

E (Evaluation, i.e. the outcome being impacted) = Experiences and attitudes

R (Research type) = Qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods

What are the experiences of physical therapy interns in clinical placements at extended care facilities?

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