Electronic health record use in physiotherapy: adoption, perceived relevance and utilisation patterns-a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study aims to assess electronic health record (EHR) use in physiotherapy, identify factors influencing its adoption and evaluate physiotherapists' perceptions of its relevance.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted with 138 licensed physiotherapists recruited through digital platforms. EHR utilisation was evaluated using the RSEFisio scale, a validated instrument designed to capture multiple dimensions of EHR use in physiotherapy. Descriptive and inferential statistical analyses were applied to examine usage patterns and contextual factors. The study followed the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology guidelines.

Results

The EHR utilisation rate was 78.3%. Higher utilisation was significantly associated with adequa

SUBMITTER: Vaz SL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12863365 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature