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Available from: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-02309185-1 VITENSKAPELIG ARTIKKEL Abstract Title: Physiotherapy for Long-Term Residents in Norwegian Nursing Homes – a cross-sectional study Objective: Long-term residents in nursing homes (NH) have complex health needs requiring interdisciplinary follow-up. In NHs in Norway, physiotherapy services are mandated to be available in long-term care units, yet knowledge about actual use remains limited. The aim of the study is to map the organization, time use, and scope of physiotherapy services in long-term care units in nursing homes. Design: Cross-sectional study Methods and Materials: A digital survey assessing time use, extent, and organization of physiotherapy services in long-term care units was distributed to the heads of municipal physiotherapy services in all Norwegian municipalities. Results: A total of 262 out of 357 municipalities responded. Most (n = 214, 82%) had not allocated dedicated physiotherapy positions for residents in long-term care units. The national median was 2,9 (0–50) minutes of physiotherapy per resident placement and 0,3 (0–2,1) referrals per resident placement per year. Municipalities with designated physiotherapy positions for long-term care (n = 48) and smaller municipalities provided more physiotherapy than those without dedicated positions and municipalities with larger populations. The most common reasons for referral were fractures and other fall-related injuries, as well as functional decline following illness or hospital admission. Conclusion: Physiotherapy in long-term care units is typically organized through referrals to municipal physiotherapy services. There are substantial variations between municipalities in both scope and use. Overall, the number of referrals and time allocated appears low relative to the functional level of residents nursing homes and their need for interventions such as rehabilitation, mobilization, and guidance for care staff. Keywords: Nursing home, long-term care, physiotherapy, services, access. Lateralt og medialt – en podcast om fysioterapi Podcasten eies og drives av Tidsskriftet Fysioterapeuten. Har du tilbakemeldinger, tips eller innspill? Kontakt redaksjonen: fysioterapeuten@fysio.no! Fysioterapeutens podcast-episoder finner du her: https://www.fysioterapeuten.no/podcast
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