Assessing physical therapists’ knowledge in fall prevention among older adults in Saudi arabia: a cross-sectional study
While theoretical knowledge is strong, practical application is inconsistent. Findings highlight the importance of structured professional development, hands-on training in standardized assessment tools, and integration of evidence-based fall-prevention frameworks into routine physiotherapy practice. Enhancing training, promoting evidence-based tools, and reinforcing interdisciplinary collaboration are essential to improving fall prevention practices among Saudi physical therapists.
Authors
- Neah Albasha (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6370-971X)
- Reem Mohammed Alwhaibi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5950-0497)
- Salma Alreshood
- Budoor Alolayan
- Reem Alreemi
- Raneem Aljaber
- Taif Albelaihed
Institutions
- Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (SA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Geriatrics
- Published
- 2025-12-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-025-06668-0
- Primary Topic
- Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University