What do physiotherapists and physiotherapy students know about autonomic dysreflexia?

摘要

Autonomic dysreflexia (AD) is an emergency condition typical for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Adequate health professionals’ knowledge of AD is important for the effective and safe rehabilitation of persons with SCI. The purpose of the study is to assess the knowledge of AD in undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapists. The data gained will be useful for better addressing of AD in clinical practice.