Netanel Levi
Netanel Levi has a total of 6 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Kayla Ganchrow
Respiratory Physical Therapist, Shoham Geriatric Medical Center
1 shared publication - Kayla Ganchrow
Department of Physical Therapy, Shoham Medical Center, Pardes Hanna-Karkur 3701001, Israel
1 shared publication - Michal Elboim-Gabyzon
Department of physical therapy, faculty of social welfare and health sciences, university of Haifa, Haifa, Israel
1 shared publication - Moriya Gheva
Rehabilitation Physical Therapist, Shoham Geriatric Medical Center
1 shared publication - Roy Netzer
Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Social Welfare and Health Sciences, University of Haifa, Haifa, 3498838, Israel.
1 shared publication - Yfat Naan
Department of Diet and Nutrition, Shoham Medical Center, Pardes Hanna-Karkur 3701001, Israel
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
Clinical Competency in Managing Malnutrition–Sarcopenia Syndrome Among Physical Therapists: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Background/objectives: Malnutrition and sarcopenia are interrelated health concerns among the elderly. Each condition is associated with increased mortality, morbidity, rehospitalization rates, longer hospital stays, higher healthcare costs, and reduced quality of life. Their combination leads to the development of “Malnutrition–Sarcopenia Syndrome” (MSS), characterized by reductions in body weight, muscle mass, strength, and physical function. Despite being preventable and reversible through nutritional and physical interventions, the clinical competence of physical therapists (PTs) in managing MSS remains underexplored. This study aims to assess the clinical competency of PTs in MSS management. Methods: An anonymous cross-sectional survey was conducted from January to August 2024 among 337 certified PTs in Israel, using the “Qualtrics” platform. The survey assessed prior familiarity with MSS concepts, MSS knowledge levels, screening and treatment skills, attitudes and beliefs toward MSS management, and interprofessional collaboration practices. Results: While 52% of PTs were familiar with MSS, familiarity with diagnostic guidelines was low (EWGSOP2: 3.6%; GLIM: 0.6%). The MSS knowledge score was moderate, but screening and treatment skills were low. Attitudes toward MSS management were moderately positive, but self-belief in diagnosing and treating MSS was low. Interprofessional collaboration was limited, particularly in malnutrition care. PTs familiar with MSS had higher knowledge, better skills, more positive attitudes and beliefs, and greater interprofessional collaboration. Conclusions: Significant gaps exist in the clinical competency of Israeli PTs in MSS management. Integrating MSS content into physical therapy curricula and providing continuing professional development are necessary to enhance competencies. Equipping PTs with essential tools, clarifying roles, and promoting interprofessional collaboration can optimize MSS management and improve patient outcomes.
Open AccessClinical Competency in Managing Malnutrition–Sarcopenia Syndrome Among Physical Therapists: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Background/objectives: Malnutrition and sarcopenia are interrelated health concerns among the elderly. Each condition is associated with increased mortality, morbidity, rehospitalization rates, longer hospital stays, higher healthcare costs, and reduced quality of life. Their combination leads to the development of “Malnutrition–Sarcopenia Syndrome” (MSS), characterized by reductions in body weight, muscle mass, strength, and physical function. Despite being preventable and reversible through nutritional and physical interventions, the clinical competence of physical therapists (PTs) in managing MSS remains underexplored. This study aims to assess the clinical competency of PTs in MSS management. Methods: An anonymous cross-sectional survey was conducted from January to August 2024 among 337 certified PTs in Israel, using the “Qualtrics” platform. The survey assessed prior familiarity with MSS concepts, MSS knowledge levels, screening and treatment skills, attitudes and beliefs toward MSS management, and interprofessional collaboration practices. Results: While 52% of PTs were familiar with MSS, familiarity with diagnostic guidelines was low (EWGSOP2: 3.6%; GLIM: 0.6%). The MSS knowledge score was moderate, but screening and treatment skills were low. Attitudes toward MSS management were moderately positive, but self-belief in diagnosing and treating MSS was low. Interprofessional collaboration was limited, particularly in malnutrition care. PTs familiar with MSS had higher knowledge, better skills, more positive attitudes and beliefs, and greater interprofessional collaboration. Conclusions: Significant gaps exist in the clinical competency of Israeli PTs in MSS management. Integrating MSS content into physical therapy curricula and providing continuing professional development are necessary to enhance competencies. Equipping PTs with essential tools, clarifying roles, and promoting interprofessional collaboration can optimize MSS management and improve patient outcomes.
- Open Access
- 26 June 2020
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in Physical Therapy
- Vol. 100 (9) , 1465-1468
Decision-Making: Physical Therapist Intervention for Patients With COVID-19 in a Geriatric Setting
Netanel Levi, Kayla Ganchrow, Moriya Gheva; Decision Making: Physical Therapist Intervention for Patients With COVID-19 in a Geriatric Setting, Physical Therap
- 26 June 2020
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in Physical Therapy
- Vol. 100 (9) , 1465-1468
Open AccessDecision-Making: Physical Therapist Intervention for Patients With COVID-19 in a Geriatric Setting
Netanel Levi, Kayla Ganchrow, Moriya Gheva; Decision Making: Physical Therapist Intervention for Patients With COVID-19 in a Geriatric Setting, Physical Therap