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Myllena Mg Fernandes1, Emilly R Mello2, Maurício S Fanfa3
1Postgraduate Program in Movement Sciences and Rehabilitation, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria/RS, Brazil.
Clinical Rehabilitation
|January 12, 2026
Summary
Physiotherapists value research evidence but face barriers integrating it into practice. Social media offers accessible information but requires critical evaluation for effective evidence-based rehabilitation.
Area of Science:
- Rehabilitation Science
- Medical Education
- Digital Health
Background:
- Evidence-based practice is crucial in physiotherapy.
- Integrating scientific knowledge into clinical settings presents challenges.
- The role of social media in professional development is evolving.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore physiotherapists' views on using scientific knowledge in practice.
- To investigate the perceived role of social media in supporting evidence-based rehabilitation.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative exploratory study using semi-structured online interviews.
- Twenty-eight physiotherapists participated across various specialties.
- Thematic analysis was employed for data interpretation.
Main Results:
- Physiotherapists recognize research importance but face time, language, and support barriers.
- Social media platforms (Instagram, YouTube) are valued for accessibility but raise concerns about accuracy and commercial bias.
- Peer exchange and continuing professional development are key strategies.
Conclusions:
- Physiotherapists encounter obstacles in systematically applying scientific knowledge.
- Social media can be a useful, albeit critical, resource for professional development.
- Improving scientific and media literacy is vital for safe digital content integration into practice.
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