8 9 Recently extended scope physiotherapists (ESPs) have also been developed to undertake similar extended roles, including minor injuries care, but this opportunity has not been widely adopted or evaluated.
Cassidy, an extended scope practitioner says: "This is a no brainer – it works for the patient, it works for the consultants and physios and it's cost-efficient.
Perhaps there's an evolutionary cause, and these robust intellects reflect the leap in the physical development of humans that we ascribe to better diets, exercise and other forms of health-consciousness. (Stephen Jay Gould called this mechanism "extended scope").
Employing allied health professionals in extended scope roles has developed relatively recently in health-care.
general views on certification, specialisation, and extended scope of practice.
Several studies have also examined the effectiveness of extended scope PT practitioners in arthritis care.
Two overarching themes were identified: extended scope of practice for the pharmacist and new or improved pharmacy services.
Many countries now report implementation of physiotherapists in what are called "advanced practice" or "extended scope practice" roles [ 7- 11].
Different titles have been given to these skilled health professionals, including extended scope practitioners [ 11], and advanced practitioners [ 10].
These CATS clinics utilise multidisciplinary staffing including rheumatologists, consultant physiotherapists, extended scope physiotherapists and GPs with special interests.
