Community Physiotherapy Flashcards
What are the goals of community physiotherapy?
- to promote health
- prevent and reduce disabilities
- improve and maintain quality of life
What are the principles of community physiotherapy?
- Collaboration
- Empowerment
- Sustainability
- Participation
- Adult learning
What is the HPCSA scope of physiotherapy?
Physiotherapists are first-line practitioners
Physiotherapists have a role in promoting good health and in the prevention of health problems by means of education and promoting self-care of individuals and community
- Biopsychosocial model vs Biomedical Model
What is the SASP description of physiotherapy?
Assessing, treating and preventing human movement disorders, restoring normal function, or minimising dysfunction and pain in adults and children with physical impairment, to enable them to achieve the highest possible level of independence in their lives
; preventing recurring injuries and disability in the workplace, at home or during recreational activities and promoting community health for all age groups
