Self-protective mechanisms in coping with trauma may make it more difficult to feel the safety and trust necessary to engage in helpful relationships
Physiotherapy challenges
E.g. poor adherence, dropout
Poor physiotherapy outcomes
Poor functioning in daily life
Lower ability to participate in meaningful activities
Disability
As physiotherapists, we have the scope of practice and responsibility to have the knowledge, skills and abilities to design and deliver physiotherapy treatment in a way that acknowledges the impact of trauma and ongoing stress