Behind The Research Episodes

In this episode of Behind the Research, we welcome Lily Bautista, DPT, PhD, making her first appearance on the segment, to discuss their study, “A Retrospective Survey of Joint Mobilization Utilization During Clinical Internship of Silliman University Physical Therapy Alumni.”Our conversation explores how physical therapy interns use joint mobilization and manipulation techniques during clinical rotations, and how these experiences may shape their future practice in the Philippines.Listen in to ...

In this episode of Behind the Research, host Johan dela Paz welcomes Ms. Kriza Ganotisi and Prof. Ryan Dean Sucgang, faculty members from Mariano Marcos State University, to discuss their research titled "Health Literacy on Physical Therapy Among Senior Citizens with Physical Disability and Barangay Health Workers." The conversation delves into the significance of health literacy in physical therapy, particularly for senior citizens with physical disabilities, and the role of barangay (community) health workers in promoting this knowledge. The episode aims to bridge the gap between evidence and clinical practice, exploring how the findings from their research can impact the physical therapy profession in the Philippines. Tune in to gain insights into the study's methodology, data, and real-world implications for enhancing health literacy in the community. Download the full research here: Health Literacy on Physical Therapy among Senior Citizens with Physical Disability and Ba…

In this episode, we dive into the intersection of physical therapy and mental health. We explore the research titled "Current Practices of Physiotherapists in Implementing Psychologically Informed Physical Therapy in Chronic Pain Management: A Scoping Review." Join our host, Johan dela Paz, as he engages in a compelling conversation with the study's principal author, Dr. Eunice Garces, and this episode's guest reactor, Dr. Jovielyn Mañibo, a licensed psychologist and certified play therapist. Together, they discuss the key findings of the research, the importance of integrating psychological principles into pain management, and the real-world implications for physical therapy practice. In this episode, you'll learn about: The shift from the biomedical model to the biopsychosocial model in physical therapy. The psychological factors affecting patients with chronic pain. Practical strategies for physical therapists to incorporate psychologically informed practices into their …

In this episode of Behind the Research, we dive into the research on Occupational Safety and Health Practices Among Physical Therapists in Metro Manila During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Join us as we talk to the principal author, Assist. Prof. Zyra Mae Sicat, and Richard Lemuel Budomo about their qualitative study protocol. Tune in to learn about the challenges and practices physical therapists face in ensuring safety during these unprecedented times. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion!

In this episode of Behind the Research, we dive into the research article titled "Designing a Conceptual Framework to Align Learning Objectives to the Interprofessional Education Collaborative Core Competencies, a Narrative Review." Dr. Norman Belieza and Dr. Maureen Johnson, assistant professors from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, join us to discuss their findings. We also welcome Assistant Professor Jocel Regino from the University of Santo Tomas as a reactor. The convers...

Assoc. Prof. Donald Lipardo, PhD shared with us their research entitled "Arnis-based Exercise Program for Balance Control in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: Study Protocol for a Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial." In this video, Dr. Lipardo explains why they chose arnis for their study, the details of the study protocol program, and what they hope to achieve through their research. He also discussed the challenges they have prepared for and their future plans for the study. Download and read a...

Authors Francis Clarence Chua and Cheryll Didi Nellie Obra discussed further their research entitled "Framework for the Priority Actions of Filipino Physical Therapists in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management." They explained how even entry-level physical therapists can contribute to DRRM efforts and what it would entail to promote and raise awareness of the practice of PTs in this field. Ryan Rolliane Simon, a local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management officer, provided some background on t...

Research authors Archelle Jane Callejo-Tiuseco, Ella Mae Rueda, and Kyla Mari Carbonell discuss their study entitled "Perception of Filipino Physicians on the Roles and Scope of Practice of Physical Therapy in the Philippines: A Multi-method Quantitative Study." They talked about the context behind their research, the results as well as its implication for the physical therapy profession and practice specifically professional collaboration between physicians and PTs and the physical therapy refe...