A comprehensive evaluation of patient satisfaction with advanced practice physiotherapy across different international settings is currently unavailable. To address this, researchers conducted a systematic review of existing studies from databases and other literature, synthesizing both quantitative and qualitative data. (Summary)

Davis, C., Noblet, T., Breach, J., Mistry, J., Maddigan, K., Kowalski, K., & Rushton, A. (2026). Patient satisfaction with advanced practice physiotherapy internationally: A systematic mixed studies review. PLOS One, 21(2), e0342674. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0342674   Alison Rushton

Although advanced practice physiotherapy is used within care pathways for low back pain, the experience of patients receiving this care has not been explored. To address this, researchers will conduct case studies in Ontario, Canada and England, United Kingdom, using questionnaires and interviews with patients and physiotherapists. (Summary)

Davis, C., Kowalski, K., Noblet, T., & Rushton, A. (2026). Patient experience of advanced practice physiotherapy within low back pain care pathways in Canada and the United Kingdom: A multiple case-study protocol. PLOS One, 21(2), e0342152. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0342152   Alison Rushton

This research addressed the implementation of a group physiotherapy program in an outpatient clinic for adults with osteoporosis or at risk of developing osteoporosis. Researchers enrolled participants in a 6-week, twice-weekly, 60-minute exercise intervention that targeted whole body strength and balance. (Summary)

Ziebart, C., & Francis, A. (2026). Implementation of Small Group Physiotherapy for People at Risk of Falls with Compromised Bone Mineral Density. Clinical Interventions in Aging, Volume 21, 1-10. https://doi.org/10.2147/cia.s560594   Christina Ziebart

Various clinical practice guidelines offer direction on how to manage complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) using non-pharmacological, conservative approaches. Researchers systematically searched for these guidelines to evaluate their quality and compare their treatment recommendations. (Summary)

Shafiee, E., MacDermid, J., Packham, T., Grewal, R., Walton, D., & Farzad, M. (2026). A Systematic Critical Appraisal of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Non‐Pharmacological ‎Conservative Management of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) Using the ‎AGREE‐II Instrument. Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice, 32(4). https://doi.org/10.1111/jep.70417   David Walton

Tools that predict recovery from musculoskeletal injuries may not work equally well for all people, as social factors like age, gender, and income could affect their accuracy. To investigate this, researchers analyzed data from injured workers who completed surveys about their pain, distress, and demographics. (Summary)

Bayattork, M., Abadi, S. S., Carter, T., Cooper, L., & Walton, D. M. (2026). Social determinants of pain, distress, and quality of life in injured workers: A cross-sectional and longitudinal analysis of patient-reported outcomes. PLOS One, 21(4), e0346697. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0346697   David Walton