Integrating artificial intelligence into entry-level physiotherapy education: from emerging interest to educational imperative
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Artificial intelligence, physiotherapy education, clinical reasoningAbstract
This letter to the editor highlights the limited integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into physiotherapy education despite its growing role in healthcare. It argues that current curricula may not adequately prepare students for digitalized clinical environments and emphasizes the need for structured inclusion of AI, including technical knowledge, critical thinking, and ethical awareness.
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