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N D Schuster, D L Nelson, C Quisling

    Physical Therapy
    |March 1, 1984
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    Burnout is prevalent among physical therapists, impacting job performance. Specific personal and organizational factors were found to predict burnout symptoms in this nationwide study.

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    Area of Science:

    • Occupational Health
    • Physical Therapy
    • Psychology

    Background:

    • Excessive work-related stress leads to burnout, decreasing job performance.
    • Burnout among healthcare professionals, including physical therapists, is a growing concern.
    • Understanding the predictors of burnout is crucial for intervention development.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the prevalence of burnout among physical therapists.
    • To determine if organizational and personal factors predict burnout symptoms in this population.
    • To identify specific causes contributing to physical therapist burnout.

    Main Methods:

    • Nationwide survey of 160 physical therapists meeting inclusion criteria.
    • Assessment of burnout symptom frequency and perceived causes.

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  • Standard multiple regression analysis to predict burnout symptoms from organizational and personal factors.

    • Main Results:

    • 53% of surveyed physical therapists reported experiencing burnout.
    • Four out of five burnout symptoms were significantly predicted by various identified causes.
    • Specific organizational and personal factors emerged as significant predictors.

    Conclusions:

    • Burnout is a significant issue within the physical therapy profession.
    • Identifying and addressing specific organizational and personal causes can help mitigate burnout.
    • Addressing physical therapist burnout is essential to protect patients, therapists, and healthcare facilities.