Physiotherapy and physical activity: a cross-sectional survey exploring physical activity promotion knowledge of physical activity guidelines and the physical activity habits of UK physiotherapists

摘要

ObjectivePhysical inactivity is a public health priority and embedding promotion of physical activity (PA) within healthcare systems is an important lever for change. Many factors influence PA promotion in routine healthcare practice; these include the PA habits of healthcare professionals and also their knowledge of the PA guidelines. Little is known about the extent to which PA is currently promoted in physiotherapy practice or the factors that influence it.