Tag: Damian Durlak

Number of medical rehabilitation services before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic

Damian Durlak

Damian Durlak – Number of medical rehabilitation services before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic – Fizjoterapia Polska 2024; 24(2); 223-230

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG5608I6Q

Abstract
Introduction. The COVID-19 pandemic affected all sectors of the economy in most countries. The healthcare system, in particular, felt its impact. Due to the imposed restrictions and limitations, the question arises whether significantly fewer patients used the necessary healthcare services during the pandemic. Objective. This article aims to present how the number of people using rehabilitation and physiotherapy services has changed over the past 6 years. Additionally, the values of the provided services in individual years are presented. Materials and methods. The study utilized data from the National Health Fund reports for the years 2017–2022. Information regarding rehabilitation services was included. Results. The collected data indicate that in 2020 there was a significant decrease in the number of people using some rehabilitation or physiotherapy services. A significant increase in the value of certain services between 2021 and 2022 can also be observed. Conclusions. Significant declines in the number of people using rehabilitation or physiotherapy services were observed only for certain types of healthcare services and exclusively in 2020. It is unknown how many people wanted to use these services but were unable to do so.
Keywords
rehabilitation, COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare services
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Physiotherapy for individuals with intellectual disabilities

Damian Durlak

 

Damian Durlak – Physiotherapy for individuals with intellectual disabilities –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2024; 24(1); 78-82

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG2EF8AB4

Abstract
Intellectual disability affects 1 to 3% of the population, with a_higher percentage among residents of developing countries. Due to the possible occurrence of movement limitations in individuals with intellectual disabilities, physiotherapy can be an invaluable element of patient support for better functioning. However, understanding the key issues in working with patients from this group is necessary. This article is dedicated to introducing the topic of intellectual disability and the issues that physiotherapists should pay attention to when providing health services.
Key words:
physiotherapy, intellectual disability, disability
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Big Data and medical statistics in physiotherapy

Damian Durlak

Damian Durlak – Big Data and medical statistics in physiotherapy. Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(5); 47-51

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20BAB4

Abstract
Making decisions is a difficult task in everyone’s life. Physiotherapists in the practice of their profession may need access to valuable information that will help them make more accurate decisions and understand the patterns observed in the collected data. Big Data and medical statistics can help here. The purpose of this article is to bring this topic closer.

Key words:
Big Data, medical statistics, decision making

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Physiotherapy work with transgender individuals

Damian Durlak

 

Damian Durlak – Physiotherapy work with transgender individuals . Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(4); 36-40

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20AF58

Abstract
Transgenderism is a difficult issue in medicine, although it has accompanied humans almost since the beginning of mankind. It includes transsexualism – incompatibility of mental sex and registered sex. Transgender people seek to change their gender through hormone therapy and surgery. In their work, physiotherapists may encounter transgender people at various stages of therapy. In order to avoid causing additional psychological burden for transgender patients, it is necessary for physiotherapists to know the specifics of transsexualism and the issues they should pay attention to while practicing their profession. The aim of the work is to show what transgenderism is and how a physiotherapist should work with transgender people.
Key words:
physiotherapy, transgender, transsexualism
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Social security for physiotherapists

Damian Durlak


Damian Durlak – Social security for physiotherapists. Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(3); 116-119

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG143Sbq

Abstract
Due to the specificity of their profession, physiotherapists are particularly exposed to accidents at work. The existing social insurance in Poland, however, allows them to be protected in the event of incapacity for work. This article covers the most important issues regarding the definition and types of social security that can be used by physiotherapists. The link between labor law and social security is described. The benefits that an employee is entitled to in the event of an accident at work or an occupational disease are also presented. Due to the demanding work and the risk of an accident at work, it is important that physiotherapists are aware of their rights and obligations and, if necessary, that they use social security.

Key words:
social security, physiotherapists, accident insurance, accidents at work

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Intellectual property law in physiotherapy

Damian Durlak

 

Damian Durlak – Prawo własności intelektualnej w fizjoterapii. Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(2); 134-136

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG0DF83B

 

Abstract
Intellectual property law applies to many spheres of everyday work activity. In many moments we reach for someone else’s inventions, and sometimes we ourselves become the author of literary, photographic or audiovisual works. Also, physiotherapists, during their work, can become authors of non-material works, e.g. photos or recordings of treatments performed according to their original design. Appropriate knowledge of intellectual property law can help to avoid problems related to the use of other people’s inventions in one’s own work, as well as to prevent unauthorized access and dissemination of created works. The aim of this article was to present briefly the issues related to intellectual property law, which also apply to physiotherapists.
Key words:
physiotherapy, intellectual property law, intangible works
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Physiotherapeutic methods of treatment of sexual disorders associated with pain

Damian Durlak


Damian Durlak – Fizjoterapeutyczne metody leczenia zaburzeń seksualnych związanych z bólem. Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(1); 50-53

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG07B1A1

Streszczenie

In a holistic assessment of the patient’s health, it is worth considering not only the physiological and psychological, but also the sexual zone. It has a strong influence on the assessment of the quality of human life. Understanding a patient’s problems, especially when it comes to pain-related sexual dysfunction, is essential for successfully treating ailments. Physiotherapists can also use appropriate therapy to support drug and psychological treatment.

Słowa kluczowe:
physiotherapy, sexual dysfunction, pain, dyspareunia

Tax changes and self-employment by physiotherapists

Damian Durlak


Damian Durlak – Zmiany podatkowe a prowadzenie własnej działalności gospodarczej przez fizjoterapeutów. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(5); 84-87

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG20Az0J

Abstract

A physiotherapist running or thinking of starting his/her own business must take into account many factors affecting business profitability. All predictable costs, as well as sudden crises and geopolitical changes should be considered due to their significant impact on the ability to continue running the business. Recent changes in tax policy and geopolitical turmoil make the analysis even more difficult, and its results not always optimistic.

Keywords:
physiotherapists, tax changes, inflation, self-employment

Article only in Polish language

Ethical and psychological issues of oncological physiotherapy

Damian Durlak


Damian Durlak – Kwestie etyczne i psychologiczne fizjoterapii onkologicznej. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(4); 44-46

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG1A6Sbq

Abstract
Every year, canceris diagnosed in an increasing number of patients. Any diagnosis that confirms cancer causes enormous stress and trauma to the patient. Poor mental state may result in a lack of willingness to cooperate with a physiotherapist, and, as a result, hinder the overall treatment process. Physiotherapists should pay special attention to the principles of ethics in the profession and the possibilities of psychological support of patients during therapy. Reducing stress in patients and gaining their trust might help them recover faster.

Key words:
physiotherapy, oncology, ethics, psychological support

Artice only in Polish language

Coaching as a tool to motivate physiotherapists to improve their professional qualifications

Damian Durlak


Damian Durlak – Coaching jako narzędzie motywowania fizjoterapeutów do podnoszenia kwalifikacji zawodowych. Fizjoterapia Polska 2022; 22(3); 144-148

Abstract
Introduction. Professional development is crucial for specialists in all fields. Physiotherapists also should take care of their professional and educational development. Coaching is able to help them set and achieve goals.
Objectives. This article was focused on characterization of coaching and its possible use among physiotherapists.
Methods. Review of the literature was used, consisting of articles about coaching among medical professionals.
Results. The vast majority of articles emphasize coaching’s positive qualities and effectiveness in medical professionals’ professional, educational and personal development. Few drawback were mentioned – mostly the need to appropriately match time and theme of the meetings with specific medical professions.
Conclusions. Coaching is still not a popular topic around physiotherapists. It should be more widespread, to encourage further development, independently from the level of education or professional experience.

Key words:
physiotherapists, coaching, professional development, competences, qualifications

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