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May 8, 2026European Stroke JournalOpen Access

Abstract Number: Esoc2026a2082 Is Using a Timetabling Model to Deliver Physiotherapy at a Frequency Based Upon Patients Need Feasible With Current Staffing Resources?

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KRKatrina RaschenJJJimmy James

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Overview

Randomized trial investigates frequency of physiotherapy sessions in acute stroke unit, suggesting improved resource allocation is needed.

Key Points

  • The aim is to assess if the current staffing can support physiotherapy frequencies aligned with patient needs and guideline recommendations.
  • Conducted in an acute stroke unit at a London hospital over 6 months.
  • Physiotherapists determined session frequency based on patient assessments and responses.
  • Recorded scheduled and actual physiotherapy sessions, analyzing staffing requirements.
  • Scheduled physiotherapy frequency varied from 1 to 7 days per week, with 60% of patients scheduled for 5-7 days/week.
  • Actual physiotherapy attendance matched scheduled frequency within one day across all intensities.
  • Current staffing levels are inadequate to meet the recommended rehabilitation intensity for all patients.

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Raschen et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69fd7e90bfa21ec5bbf06db1https://doi.org/10.1093/esj/aakag023.1721
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