Physiotherapists' perspectives on direct access in a referral-based system in Austria - A qualitative study.

A qualitative study examined how Austrian physiotherapists perceive direct access to PT services within a healthcare system that traditionally requires physician referrals. The researchers gathered perspectives on the barriers, facilitators, and professional implications of shifting toward autonomous patient access. Findings offer insight into how referral-dependent structures shape PT practice and professional identity in countries where direct access is not yet standard.

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