title: Physical therapist role satisfaction in the treatment of the spinal cord-injured person.
abstract: The purpose of this article is to discuss role satisfaction and role deprivation experienced by the physical therapist during rehabilitation of the spinal cord-injured person. Physical therapist goals to promote patient independence may be in conflict with the therapist experiencing role satisfaction. The patient-therapist relationship is examined and recommendations for therapist behaviors that foster a positive and productive interaction are given.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D010817:Physician-Patient Relations; D013119:Spinal Cord Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation*