Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Physios to doctors: We can cut your stress and improve outcomes
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Physios to doctors: We can cut your stress and improve outcomes
Thursday 9 May 2024, 11:47 AM

Physiotherapists say they could help more patients at the start of their healthcare journey, freeing up GPs to concentrate on more complex cases [Image: jacoblund on iStock]
Integrating physiotherapy into primary care could reduce stress on GPs and improve patient outcomes. Kirsten Davie discusses
There is strong evidence that the MAP is an effective early intervention programme for people with MSK conditions
Primary care is struggling. The
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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References
Gallotti et al. Effectiveness and Consequences of Direct Access in Physiotherapy: A Systematic Review. Journal of Clinical Medicine, September 2023