Attitudes of physical therapists toward AI diagnostics: barriers, enablers, and clinical implications.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly integrated into healthcare, yet its application in physical therapy remains limited. Unlike other medical fields, physical therapy relies heavily on hands-on assessments and individualized clinical reasoning, which may shape unique adoption challenges. Understanding physical therapists' perceptions of AI-powered diagnostic tools is essential for supporting their effective and ethical implementation.

Objectives

This study explored physical therapists' perception of AI-powered diagnostic tools and identified key factors influencing their adoption attitudes.

Method

We conducted semi-structured interviews with 27 licensed physical therapists in Saudi Arabia, representing diverse clinical settings and specialties. Tra

SUBMITTER: Alwhaibi RM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12750540 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature