Durward, B and Baer, Gill (1995) Physiotherapy and Neurology: Towards Research-based Practice. Physiotherapy, 81 (8). pp. 436-439. ISSN 00319406
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Official URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0031-9406(05)66719-3
Abstract
This paper explores the current practices of physiotherapists working in neurology and argues that a techniques versus science imbalance makes it necessary to develop a scientific knowledge base within physiotherapy practice. Scepticism, determinism and empiricism are identified as three major elements underpinning a scientific approach. Each element is defined, elaborated upon and pragmatic recommendations offered in order to facilitate the implementation of these elements in physiotherapy practice.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Knowledge base; scepticism; determinism; empiricism |
| ID Code: | 1021 |
| Deposited On: | 13 Dec 2009 16:07 |
| Last Modified: | 13 Dec 2009 16:07 |
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