The Importance of Basic Research for Physiotherapy Science
Pöhlmann, J.; Batista, J.-P.; Butry, L.; Carvalho, G.-F.; Frankenstein, T.; Haueise, A.; Heise, K.-F.; Kapitza, C.; Luedtke, K.; Lübke, L.; Pagels, L.; Schwarz, A.; Thies, P.; Szikszay, T.-M. · physioscience · 2026 · Heft 4 · S. 1 bis 1
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Zusammenfassung
Basic research constitutes an important foundation for knowledge development in physiotherapy science. The newly established section “Basic Research” of the DGPTW is guided by an empirical-analytical, explanation-based understanding of research that focuses on theory-driven modeling and the examination of causal relationships. Accordingly, it aims to understand the biological, biomechanical, neurophysiological, and psychological mechanisms underlying functional disorders and therapeutic interventions. Although basic research is highly relevant for the development and refinement of evidence-based therapeutic stra…
