Integration of Physical Therapy Into the Work of the Interdisciplinary Team During the Treatment of Hiv Patients

Abstract

Introduction. People living with HIV (PLWH) have a great need in physical therapy (PT), but there are many barriers to accessing it. Specific recommendations on how to integrate PT into multidisciplinary teams and outpatient care programs PLWH is currently in short supply.
 The aim of the study. Identify factors to consider when integrating PT into the work of a multidisciplinary team in providing assistance to PLWH.
 Materials and methods. A descriptive sociological study consisting of interviews with health workers (n=12) and with adults living with HIV (n=13).
 Research results and their discussion. Guided by the principles of biopsychosocial models in the study of barriers and factors to be considered when integrating PT in multidisciplinary team for the management of PLWH, identified 8 contextual factors that may affect the integration of PT in the care of PLWH.
 Conclusion. The role of PT in the care of PLWH is multifactorial and patient-oriented, a special role belongs to the contextual factors.
 Prospects for further research. Structuring the PT mode with orientation on a specific patient; development of methods for assessing PT as an interprofessional component assistance.