Outputs (19)

Clinical and cost-effectiveness of first contact physiotherapy for musculoskeletal disorders in primary care: The FRONTIER, mixed method realist evaluation (2024)
Journal Article

Background First-contact physiotherapists assess and diagnose patients with musculoskeletal disorders, determining the best course of management without prior general practitioner consultation. Objectives The primary aim was to determine the clinical... Read More about Clinical and cost-effectiveness of first contact physiotherapy for musculoskeletal disorders in primary care: The FRONTIER, mixed method realist evaluation.

Structured tailored rehabilitation after hip fragility fracture: The ‘Stratify’ feasibility and pilot randomised controlled trial protocol (2024)
Journal Article

Background: Rehabilitation in hospital is effective in reducing mortality after hip fracture. However, there is uncertainty over optimal in-hospital rehabilitation treatment ingredients, and the generalizability of trial findings to subgroups of pati... Read More about Structured tailored rehabilitation after hip fragility fracture: The ‘Stratify’ feasibility and pilot randomised controlled trial protocol.

Supporting people with musculoskeletal conditions from underserved communities in the United Kingdom to engage with physical activity: A realist synthesis and Q-methodology study (2024)
Journal Article

In the United Kingdom, 20 million individuals suffer from a musculoskeletal condition, for which physical activity (PA) is a core treatment. Minority ethnic communities experience a disproportionate impact, experiencing higher levels of pain and enga... Read More about Supporting people with musculoskeletal conditions from underserved communities in the United Kingdom to engage with physical activity: A realist synthesis and Q-methodology study.

The impact of remote consultations on first contact physiotherapists in primary care (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

Background: First Contact Physiotherapists (FCPs) were introduced to reduce demands on GPs by providing improving access to expert musculoskeletal care. FCPs experience similar workplace stressors to GPs and there is an emerging concern that remote c... Read More about The impact of remote consultations on first contact physiotherapists in primary care.

The experiences of patients with musculoskeletal conditions accessing first contact physiotherapy practitioner appointments in general practice in the UK: A qualitative study (2024)
Journal Article

Background: First Contact Physiotherapy Practitioners (FCPPs) provide expert care for patients with musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions in General Practice. Access to FCPPs can facilitate timely care and efficient use of health services. However, there... Read More about The experiences of patients with musculoskeletal conditions accessing first contact physiotherapy practitioner appointments in general practice in the UK: A qualitative study.

Patient perspectives of general practice consultation for musculoskeletal disorders: A qualitative study (2024)
Journal Article

Background: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSKDs) are a significant reason for general practice consultations in the United Kingdom. Current models of care include consultation with a General Practitioner (GP) or a First Contact Physiotherapy Practitione... Read More about Patient perspectives of general practice consultation for musculoskeletal disorders: A qualitative study.

Virtual wards for people with frailty: What works, for whom, how and why—a rapid realist review (2024)
Journal Article

Virtual wards (VWs) deliver multidisciplinary care at home to people with frailty who are at high risk of a crisis or in crisis, aiming to mitigate the risk of acute hospital admission. Different VW models exist, and evidence of effectiveness is inco... Read More about Virtual wards for people with frailty: What works, for whom, how and why—a rapid realist review.

Development of the intelligent knee osteoarthritis lifestyle app: A person-based approach (2024)
Journal Article

Background: Knee osteoarthritis is one of the most prevalent long term health conditions globally. Exercise and physical activity are now widely recognised to significantly reduce joint pain, improve physical function and quality of life in patients... Read More about Development of the intelligent knee osteoarthritis lifestyle app: A person-based approach.

First contact physiotherapy: An evaluation of clinical effectiveness and costs (2024)
Journal Article

Background: First Contact Physiotherapy Practitioners (FCPPs) are embedded within general practice, providing expert assessment, diagnosis and management plans for patients with musculoskeletal disorders (MSKDs), without the prior need for GP consult... Read More about First contact physiotherapy: An evaluation of clinical effectiveness and costs.

Improving patients’ experiences of diagnosis and treatment of vertebral fracture: Co-production of knowledge sharing resources (2024)
Journal Article

Background: Osteoporosis involves changes to bones that makes them prone to fracture. The most common osteoporotic fracture is vertebral, in which one or more spinal vertebrae collapse. People with vertebral fracture are at high risk of further fract... Read More about Improving patients’ experiences of diagnosis and treatment of vertebral fracture: Co-production of knowledge sharing resources.