Journal of Physiotherapy Interventions is a publication driven by the School of Kinesiology at the University of La Serena. Its main objective is to disseminate original, evidence-based applied research in the field of physiotherapy, with a focus on improving patients' quality of life and promoting advanced and innovative practices in rehabilitation and prevention. The journal is aimed at physiotherapists, kinesiologists, and other healthcare professionals seeking to implement cutting-edge clinical interventions.
The main thematic areas include:
Functional Rehabilitation and Pain Management:
This section publishes studies addressing the management of chronic and acute pain, improvement of motor control and gait, as well as the use of manual therapies in patients with musculoskeletal conditions. The focus is on clinical evidence supporting effective physiotherapeutic interventions in pain treatment and functional restoration.
Health Promotion and Quality of Life:
Research in this area focuses on primary and secondary disease prevention, emphasizing how physiotherapy can promote healthy living in both healthy and at-risk populations. This focus also includes the analysis of quality of life in geriatric, chronic, or specifically diagnosed patients, aiming to highlight how physiotherapy interventions can enhance overall well-being and long-term functionality.
Technological Innovation, Advanced Imaging, and Prevention:
This section integrates the use of emerging technologies—such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, exoskeletons, 3D models, and advanced imaging techniques (e.g., MRI and 3D scanning)—to improve diagnostic accuracy, functional assessment, and the personalization of physiotherapy treatments. It features studies exploring the effectiveness of these technologies in injury prevention and treatment, as well as their impact on rehabilitation and the promotion of healthy lifestyles.
Impact on Health Policy and Access to Physiotherapy Services:
Priority is given to research that not only contributes to clinical improvement but also explores how physiotherapy can influence health policy development, improve equitable access to physiotherapy services, and promote health among vulnerable populations. This section aims to highlight the significant impact of physiotherapy interventions on health systems and how social determinants of health can be addressed through more inclusive policies.