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The feasibility and acceptability of a falls prevention e-learning program for physiotherapists
Sze-Ee Soh1,2, Prue E Morgan1, Ruben Hopmans1
1Department of Physiotherapy, School of Primary and Allied Health Care, Monash University, Frankston, Australia.
Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
|January 18, 2022
Summary
A new e-learning program effectively trained physiotherapists in falls prevention for osteoarthritis patients. The program proved feasible and acceptable, improving participants' knowledge and readiness to address fall risks in this population.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Digital Health
Background:
- Osteoarthritis (OA) significantly increases fall risk.
- Effective falls prevention strategies are crucial for this population.
- Physiotherapists require specialized training in managing OA-related fall risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the feasibility and acceptability of an e-learning program for falls prevention.
- To evaluate the program's effectiveness for physiotherapists working with osteoarthritis patients.
Main Methods:
- A prospective, pre-post quasi-experimental design was used.
- An e-learning module on falls prevention tailored for OA was developed and delivered.
- Feasibility and acceptability were measured through recruitment data, activity logs, quizzes, and surveys.
Main Results:
- 50 out of 65 eligible physiotherapists (77%) completed the program.
- Participants reported high satisfaction and acceptability, with 90% finding it met expectations.
- A statistically significant improvement in participant knowledge was observed (mean difference 8%).
Conclusions:
- The e-learning program is a feasible and acceptable method for training physiotherapists in falls prevention for OA care.
- The program demonstrated potential for enhancing physiotherapists' knowledge in this critical area.
- Further research should investigate the impact of this training on clinical practice and patient outcomes.
