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Laís Sousa, MSc (in progress) is a physiotherapist at Hospital Beatriz Ângelo in Loures, Portugal, specializing in neuromusculoskeletal physiotherapy with a clinical and research focus on geriatric rehabilitation, fall prevention, and motor function improvement in aging populations. Her academic background includes an ongoing Master’s degree in Physiotherapy (Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy) at Egas Moniz School of Health, where her thesis investigates the "Association Between Fear of Falling, Cortical Inhibition, and Muscle Power Deficits in Older Adults". This work underscores her commitment to understanding the interplay between psychological factors, neurophysiological mechanisms, and physical decline in elderly patients. She previously earned a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from the same institution, laying the foundation for her clinical expertise. In her current role at Hospital Beatriz Ângelo, which she began in November 2020, Laís designs and implements therapeutic interventions for patients with musculoskeletal conditions, with a particular emphasis on reducing fall risk, managing pain, and enhancing mobility in older adults. Her clinical practice is deeply informed by her research interests, which span geriatrics, chronic disease management (including Parkinson’s disease and dementia), and evidence-based exercise therapies tailored to aging populations. Notably, in September 2024, Laís presented her research on the "Effect of a Structured Exercise Plan on Reducing Fall Risk and Improving Motor Function in Parkinson’s Disease" at the Loures and Odivelas in Health Meeting in Portugal. This work highlights her ability to translate theoretical knowledge into practical strategies for neurodegenerative care. Her contributions to the field were recognized with an Honorable Mention at the same event, reflecting her innovative approach to integrating exercise-based interventions into geriatric rehabilitation. Fluent in Portuguese and with intermediate proficiency in English, Laís combines musculoskeletal assessment, therapeutic exercise design, and geriatric rehabilitation techniques to address complex clinical challenges. Her work bridges the gap between academic inquiry and clinical practice, aiming to improve functional outcomes and quality of life for elderly patients. She continues to expand her contributions to the field of physiotherapy, with a growing emphasis on interdisciplinary strategies for aging-related health issues.
Identificação

Identificação pessoal

Nome completo
Laís Karielly Rodrigues de Sousa

Nomes de citação

  • SOUSA, LAÍS

Identificadores de autor

Ciência ID
0B1C-2B3F-E434

Domínios de atuação

  • Ciências Médicas e da Saúde

Idiomas

Idioma Conversação Leitura Escrita Compreensão Peer-review
Português (Idioma materno)
Inglês Utilizador independente (B1) Utilizador independente (B1) Utilizador independente (B1) Utilizador independente (B1) Utilizador independente (B1)
Formação
Grau Classificação
2023/09/11 - 2025/07/01
Concluído
Fisioterapia (Mestrado)
Especialização em Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Instituto Universitário Egas Moniz Escola Superior de Saúde Egas Moniz, Portugal
"Comparison of Cortical Drive and Muscle Power in Older Adults With and Without Fear of Falling: A Comparative Cross-sectional Study " (TESE/DISSERTAÇÃO)
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2024/07/07
Concluído
Aconselhamento Breve para a Promoção da Atividade Física por Profissionais de Saúde - 2a Edição (Outros)
Direção-Geral da Saúde, Portugal
2022/10/01 - 2022/10/02
Concluído
Fisioterapia Respiratória no Adulto e Idoso (Outros)
Formaterapia, Portugal
2016/09/12 - 2020/07/07
Concluído
Fisioterapia (Licenciatura)
Instituto Universitário Egas Moniz Escola Superior de Saúde Egas Moniz, Portugal
Percurso profissional

Outras Carreiras

Categoria Profissional
Instituição de acolhimento
Empregador
2020/11/06 - Atual Técnico Principal (Técnico de Diagnóstico e Terapêutica - Fisioterapeuta) Hospital Beatriz Ângelo, Portugal
Hospital Beatriz Ângelo, Portugal

Outros

Categoria Profissional
Instituição de acolhimento
Empregador
2020/05/10 - 2022/07/06 Fisioterapeuta Sporting Clube de Portugal , Portugal
2021/04/01 - 2021/05/01 Fisioterapeuta Clínica Resposta Saúde, Portugal
2020/07/01 - 2021/02/01 Fisioterapeuta Clínica de Fisioterapia e Osteopatia Rui Gomes, Portugal
Atividades

Apresentação oral de trabalho

Título da apresentação Nome do evento
Anfitrião (Local do evento)
2025 "Adherence to the Comulated Ambulatory Score Among Physioterapists in an Orthogeriatric Unit". Abstract accepted for oral presentation at the 13th Fragility Fracture Network | Global Congress 2025. 13th Fragility Fracture Network | Global Congress 2025.
(Porto, Portugal)
2024/09 Efeito de um Plano Estruturado de Exercício na Redução do Risco de Queda e Melhoria da Função Motora na Doença de Parkinson Loures and Odivelas in Health meeting
Unidade Local de Saúde de Loures e Odivelas (Loures, Portugal)

Membro de comissão

Descrição da atividade
Tipo de participação
Instituição / Organização
2022/12/20 - Atual Orthogeriatric Unit – Part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to the assessment and clinical management of individuals aged 65 and over with hip fracture (femoral neck), ensuring specialised, person-centred care throughout the rehabilitation process. Hospital Beatriz Ângelo, Portugal
Distinções

Outra distinção

2024 Honorable Mention
Loures and Odivelas in Health meeting, Portugal