Integration of Cannabis Content in Florida Physical Therapy Curriculums
Examining the incorporation of cannabis-related educational resources in physical therapy and physical therapist assistant curriculums in Florida, this study highlights the need for formal education on medical marijuana. Survey findings reveal the current status and future trends in teaching cannabis content, emphasizing the importance of preparing healthcare students to address patient inquiries and potential benefits of cannabis-based products.
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The Presence of Cannabis The Presence of Cannabis- -Related Content in Florida Related Content in Florida Physical Therapy and Physical Therapist Assistant Curriculums Physical Therapy and Physical Therapist Assistant Curriculums JG Konin, SL David, JW Farris Global Center of Excellence for Cannabinoid Research & Education
Conflicts of Interest Conflicts of Interest None The lead author is director of FIU s Global Center of Excellence for Cannabis Education & Research
Background Background RC 67-19 Charge: educational resources on use of cannabis or cannabis-based products for health-related conditions https://www.apta.org/article/2020/07/27/cannabis-resources
Background Background PTJ Perspective: PT Education on Medical Marijuana Highly Recommended Monday, March 6, 2017 PTs should be aware of the marijuana options available to their patients, potential benefits for certain conditions, and possible adverse effects on cognition, coordination, balance, and cardiovascular and pulmonary function, Charles Ciccone From PT in Motion: PTs Should Cultivate Their Knowledge of Medical Marijuana Friday, February 2, 2018 Marijuana is very relevant for a PT. Laura Borgelt, University of Colorado Pharm
Background Background 62% Pharmacy schools incorporate, 23% more within next year (University of Pittsburgh survey, 2019) 9% medical schools incorporate, 89,5% of residents unprepared to prescribe cannabis, 35% unprepared to answer patient questions (Washington University Study 2017) 75% students in healthcare degrees believe it is important to study cannabis formally (Skjoldahl, Odai & Konin 2019) 38% AT/PT faculty report teaching cannabis in curriculum, 75% with no formal education (David, Farris, Kerr, Rosenthal, Singe, Konin 2021)
Methods Methods > Email invitations to 48 program directors of Florida PT (15) and PTA programs (33) > Qualtrics 23-item questionnaire included closed-ended questions -demographics -quantity of cannabis resources being taught -what specific content is being taught -where is it being taught within the curriculum
Results Results > 10 participants completed (21%) the survey all PT Schools! > 6 of the 10 participants stated that they had not received or completed any training related to cannabis. < 3 of the 10 programs actually teach cannabis-related topics within their curriculum. < 1-2 hours of didactic time devoted to cannabis
Ways Educators Learned About Cannabis 2.5 2 Frequency 1.5 1 0.5 0 Social Media Peer Reviewed Manuscripts Online Coursework Methods Live Lecture Live Workshop Table 1. The most common ways educators learn about Cannabis related topics.
Topics discussed in curriculums that teach cannabis related topics Federal laws Endocannabinoid system CBD Vs. THC Medical Marijuana Dosing Side/adverse effects Rehabilitation
Not Reported as Being Taught Not Reported as Being Taught Social determinants Certificate of analysis State Laws Evidence/Efficacy Patient Education The Role of Physical Therapy
Summary Summary State of Florida Physical Therapy programs are only minimally, if at all, including cannabis-education in the formal curriculum. As a result, students enrolled in such programs have limited formal education relative to patient care that involves cannabis, including patient education. No PTA Program responded to this survey
Recommendations Recommendations Given that: -Florida has approved marijuana for medicinal purposes -Hemp-based products (< 0.3% THC) are legally sold over-the-counter -Ballot initiatives include adult-use (recreational) cannabis -Cannabis-related factors are recognized in social determinants of health -Increased focus on efficacy and adverse effects of cannabis use Physical Therapy & Physical Therapist Assistant curriculums have a responsibility to educate students about cannabis in an effort to maintain professional status as a trusted healthcare provider
Contact Contact Dr. Jeff G. Konin jkonin@fiu.edu Global Center of Excellence for Cannabinoid Research & Education
