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The study aims to assess the current state of concussion-related education in Doctor of Physical Therapy programs and identify barriers to effective training.

February 21, 2026Journal of Physical Therapy Education

Current Content and Perceptions of Doctor of Physical Therapy Faculty on Concussion-Related Education: A National Survey

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MCMollie CaseyMGH Institute of Health Professions KJKatherine Jones MMMark MikhaealMGH Institute of Health Professions

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National survey examines concussion education in DPT programs, revealing significant gaps in training and content.

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The study aims to assess the current state of concussion-related education in Doctor of Physical Therapy programs and identify barriers to effective training.
Conducted an electronic anonymous survey targeting DPT faculty nationwide
Collected responses from faculty teaching orthopedic, neurologic, or pediatric courses
Analyzed implemented assessment methods and interventions related to concussion
82 faculty members responded, with a 20.5% response rate
62% of respondents felt that concussion topics were inadequately represented in the curriculum
Limited time, content complexity, and relevance to licensing exams were identified as major barriers

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Casey et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69994c5d873532290d020ca8 https://doi.org/10.1097/jte.0000000000000479

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Current Content and Perceptions of Doctor of Physical Therapy Faculty on Concussion-Related Education: A National Survey

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