Díaz-Fernández Ángeles, Obrero-Gaitán Esteban, Cortés-Pérez Irene, Ortega-Martínez Ana Raquel, Osuna-Pérez María Catalina, Zagalaz-Anula Noelia, Ibancos-Losada María Del Rocío, Lomas-Vega Rafael
Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaen, Campus las Lagunillas s/n, 23071 Jaen, Spain.
Department of Psychology, University of Jaen, Campus las Lagunillas s/n, 23071 Jaen, Spain.
Clin Pract. 2024 Oct 10;14(5):2089-2104. doi: 10.3390/clinpract14050165.
Physiotherapists face significant challenges in managing chronic pain; a complex condition best addressed through a biopsychosocial (BPS) approach. Although substantial evidence exists globally, research specific to Spain remains limited. This study explores the experiences and challenges Spanish physiotherapists encounter in integrating BPS elements across public and private healthcare settings. Semi-structured interviews with 12 experienced physiotherapists were conducted, using a qualitative approach with purposive sampling and reflexive thematic analysis. The analysis, grounded in a constructivist/interpretivist framework, allowed themes to emerge naturally from the data, supported by relevant quotes. Three primary themes were identified: (1) challenges in implementing the BPS approach, including patient resistance and limited training; (2) facilitators for adopting the BPS model, such as multidisciplinary support and positive patient outcomes; and (3) emotional and psychological aspects of the physiotherapists. The findings highlight the complexities of chronic pain management in physiotherapy, emphasizing the need for enhanced psychological training, integrated multidisciplinary care, early diagnosis, and effective family involvement. These insights are critical for improving both patient care and physiotherapist well-being. This study provides valuable guidance for future strategies, focusing on educational enhancements, multidisciplinary collaboration, healthcare policy reform, and emotional support for physiotherapists within the Spanish healthcare context.
物理治疗师在管理慢性疼痛方面面临重大挑战;这是一种复杂的病症,最好通过生物心理社会(BPS)方法来解决。尽管全球有大量证据,但针对西班牙的研究仍然有限。本研究探讨了西班牙物理治疗师在公共和私人医疗环境中整合BPS要素时所遇到的经验和挑战。采用定性研究方法,通过目的抽样和反思性主题分析,对12名经验丰富的物理治疗师进行了半结构化访谈。该分析基于建构主义/解释主义框架,使主题能够从数据中自然浮现,并得到相关引述的支持。确定了三个主要主题:(1)实施BPS方法的挑战,包括患者的抵触和培训有限;(2)采用BPS模式的促进因素,如多学科支持和积极的患者结果;(3)物理治疗师的情感和心理方面。研究结果突出了物理治疗中慢性疼痛管理的复杂性,强调了加强心理培训、综合多学科护理、早期诊断和有效的家庭参与的必要性。这些见解对于改善患者护理和物理治疗师的幸福感至关重要。本研究为未来战略提供了有价值的指导,重点是在西班牙医疗背景下加强教育、多学科合作、医疗政策改革以及为物理治疗师提供情感支持。
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