Evolución e impacto de los modelos epistemológicos en kinesiología y fisioterapia: Una revisión bibliográfica
Year: 2025
Type: preprint
Abstract: Kinesiology and physiotherapy, as constantly evolving health disciplines, base their practice,research, and training on diverse epistemological models. These models, which define thenature of knowledge and how it is acquired, have profoundly influenced the professionalidentity and scientific development of the field. This bibliographic review aims to analyzethe scientific literature on the evolution and impact of the main epistemological models inkinesiology and physiotherapy. The historical influence of the biomedical and positivistparadigm is explored, as well as the transition toward more integrative approaches such asthe biopsychosocial model, and the emergence of interpretive and critical paradigms thatenrich the understanding of the health experience and professional practice. The implicationsof these epistemological foundations for clinical practice, research methodology, clinicalreasoning, and the training of future professionals are discussed. The literature underscoresthe importance of ongoing epistemological reflection to address the complexity of healthproblems related to human movement and to foster a reflective, person-centered, and sociallyconscious practice. It is concluded that the recognition and critical integration of diverseepistemological perspectives are essential for the advancement and consolidation ofkinesiology and physiotherapy.
Author: Martín Inmediato
Language: English
Subfield: History and Philosophy of Science
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7220165573