Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs of Nutrition Among Physical Therapy Students.

ABSTRACT: Similar to other medical professions, the field of physical therapy is transitioning from a reactive to proactive model of care. This holistic approach to practice largely includes physical activity but also includes the often-overlooked field of nutrition. The purpose of this research study was to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs of nutrition in physical therapy students. Subjects included current students and recent graduates of doctoral physical therapy programs (N = 151). A cross-sectional mixed methods survey was disseminated to Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students. The survey consisted of 49 questions including demographic information, a nutrition knowledge test (NKT), and questions about attitudes and beliefs regarding nutrition. The mean NKT score of this sample wa

SUBMITTER: Moore L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11874223 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar-Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature