How is musculoskeletal spinal content taught in entry-level doctor of physical therapy programs? A mixed-methods study
Findings reveal underlying themes that may explain the variability in how musculoskeletal spine content is taught in DPT programs. Insights into the current educational atmosphere have the potential to inform curricular refinement to ensure entry-level education upholds its obligation to produce competent practitioners prepared to meet the needs of society.
Authors
- Kaitlin Kirker (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3230-0724)
- Michael Masaracchio (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6851-2713)
- Jodi L. Young (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9309-4063)
Institutions
- Long Island University (US)
- Bellin College (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
- Published
- 2025-12-09
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1080/09593985.2025.2600089
- Primary Topic
- Musculoskeletal Disorders and Rehabilitation
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00