The impact of remote consultations on the health and wellbeing of first contact physiotherapists in primary care: A mixed methods study.
Zoe AnchorsBethan JonesRachel ThomasAlice BerryNicola WalshPublished in: Musculoskeletal care (2023)
Remote consultations offer a convenient alternative for patients, but may add to FCP stress particularly in areas of high socioeconomic deprivation. Further research is required to understand how remote consultations can be enhanced when communication barriers and lower levels of digital literacy exist. Continued monitoring of job satisfaction and resilience levels is important to ensure FCPs remain in their role.