Fundamentals of Academic Writing for Physiotherapists

Learning Objective 

• Understand the fundamentals of academic writing, including clarity, precision, and objectivity.
• Learn the IMRAD structure for effective academic paper organization.
• Develop skills to create concise and impactful titles and abstracts.
• Explore evidence-based writing techniques for logical and structured content.
• Enhance confidence in presenting research within the physiotherapy community.

In this webinar, physiotherapists will gain a comprehensive understanding of academic writing fundamentals, focusing on clarity, precision, and maintaining an objective tone. Participants will learn how to effectively structure their papers using the IMRAD format (Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion),a proven method for organizing research.

The session will also cover strategies for crafting concise and impactful titles and abstracts that capture attention and convey the essence of the research. Additionally, attendees will explore evidence-based writing techniques to ensure their content is logical, well-structured, and compelling. By the end of the webinar, participants will feel more confident in presenting their research within the physiotherapy community, enhancing their professional communication and academic impact.

Who Should Enroll

• Physiotherapist
• Physiotherapy Students

CPD Credit Hours

1.5 Hours

Resources

• 60 Days Access to Learning Resources
• Downloadable Course Material 
• CPD Certificate

Disclaimer: Our online physiotherapy courses meet the criteria and guidelines for CPD (Continuing Professional Development). The CPD hours indicated on the certificate contribute towards fulfilling professional standards and requirements necessary for CPD audits conducted by the HCPC and AHPRA. These CPD hours are important for maintaining physiotherapy registration and ensuring compliance with CPD audit and Physiotherapy registration renewal processes. Our courses are recognized as valuable continuing education resources across the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and throughout Asia and the Middle East.

Author profile:

Dr. Srishti Banerjee PT MPT ( Neurology)

Dr. Srishti Banerjee is an accomplished physiotherapist with Master in neurology. Her journey includes a BPT from Gujarat University and an MPT in Neurology. She's held roles as a Consultant Physiotherapist and Lecturer.

Dr. Banerjee is an author, contributing to a book on peripheral nerve lesions and a chapter on aquatic therapy.

She's published original articles in various journals and explored topics like hamstring flexibility and the environmental impact of NSAIDs. Srishti is an online educator, offering MOOC courses on sustainable healthcare and shoulder dysfunction post-stroke.

She shares her insights through blogs on neuroplasticity and preoperative physiotherapy. As an author, she's explored sleep disturbance in spinal cord injury patients and the impact of COVID-19 on the nervous system.

Through webinars, Srishti covers various topics, including mental health in physiotherapy and environmental sustainability. Her commitment to improving patient care and promoting sustainability in healthcare is evident in her work as an Assistant Professor L. J institute of Physiotherapy, LJ University.