Neuro-Physiotherapy at the Primary Health Care Level: Perception of Public Health Physicians

Authors

  • TS Daniels Institute of Public Health. University of Nigeria. Enugu
  • AO Jejelaye Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation, University of Medical Sciences, Ondo
  • AM Akinola Sociology and Anthropology Department. Obafemi Awolowo University. Ile Ife.

Keywords:

Neuro-Physiotherapy, Primary Health Care, Public Health Physicians, Perception

Abstract

Background: There is consistent increase in chronic neurological conditions presenting at primary health care settings across the world. However, there is paucity of neuro-physiotherapy services and research on integrating neuro-physiotherapy to promote independence among this population at primary health care settings. This study determined the perception of public health physicians on the integration of neuro-physiotherapy at the primary health care (PHC) level in Nigeria.

Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional survey using a validated and pre-tested questionnaire to retrieve data from 149 Public Health Physicians in Nigeria to determine their perception of neuro-physiotherapy at the primary health care level.

Results: Majority of the participants 133 (89.3%) agreed to the need for neuro-rehabilitation care at primary health care level. 83 (55.7%) believed that the physiotherapists are competent enough to handle neuro-rehabilitation needs at the PHC level. The findings highlighted the challenges towards implementing neuro-rehabilitation at the primary health care level.

Conclusion: The results revealed positive recommendations from public heath physicians in Nigeria towards the integration of neuro-physiotherapy services in primary health care.

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2023-03-11

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Daniels, T., Jejelaye, A., & Akinola, A. (2023). Neuro-Physiotherapy at the Primary Health Care Level: Perception of Public Health Physicians. The Nigerian Health Journal, 23(1), 489–497. Retrieved from https://tnhjph.com/index.php/tnhj/article/view/645

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