Background: The purpose of this study is to investigate the physical activity of physical therapists who are currently working It is to understand the correlation between how physical activity affects job stress and job satisfaction.
Methods: This ...
Background: The purpose of this study is to investigate the physical activity of physical therapists who are currently working It is to understand the correlation between how physical activity affects job stress and job satisfaction.
Methods: This study was conducted on physical therapists and was conducted after agreeing to a survey that guaranteed anonymity to physical therapists working through messenger applications. The purpose and method of the study were indicated on the questionnaire and proceeded autonomously. Participants were asked to fill out the online questionnaire directly. The survey was conducted for three months from June to September 2022. A total of 120 copies were answered and used for analysis.
Results: There was a significant difference between sexes in the amount of physical activity according to general characteristics, but there was no difference according to age. The amount of physical activity showed a positive (+) correlation in the items of remuneration, interpersonal relationships, working conditions, self-development, and work autonomy in job satisfaction. The amount of physical activity showed a negative (-) correlation in work stress, job performance, working conditions, and self-development items.
Conclusion: Physical activities other than the work of physical therapists are thought to contribute to providing better quality treatment to patients by reducing work stress and increasing job satisfaction at the same time. Therefore, it is thought that self-development programs or education should be provided to increase physical activities other than the work of physical therapists.