Physiotherapia Croatica, Vol. 21 No. 1, 2023.
Review article
History of physiotherapy in Croatia Marie-Luise Betlheim - the first president of the Croatian Association of Physiotherapists
Rosarija Habuš
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Abstract
Abstract
Introduction: The organized activities of physiotherapists
in Croatia began on November 25, 1956, with the
establishment of the Society of Physio and Occupational
Therapists of Croatia. The first president was MarieLuise Betlheim.
Aim: The aim of this study is to determine the historical
facts that connect the professional activity of MarieLuise Betlheim with physiotherapy in Croatia.
Materials and methods: Historical material from archives
and private collections that can be undeniably linked to
the work of Marie-Luise Betlheim was investigated.
Results: The collected material shows the professional
path of Marie-Luise Betlheim, who in 1928 founded
the School of Medical Gymnastics and Rhythmics in
Zagreb. From 1946 to 1973, she worked as the chief
physiotherapist of the Orthopedic clinics of University
Hospital Centre Zagreb. At the same time, he works
as a teacher - associate at the School of Physical
Medicine and Radiography. She is one of the founders
and the first president of the Society of Physio and
Occupational Therapists of Croatia (president in the
period 1956-1964).
Conclusion: The role of Marie-Luise Betlheim in the
professional development of physiotherapy is great and
undeniable. She is one of the key figures in the history of physiotherapy in Croatia.
Keywords
Marie-Luise Betlheim, medical gymnastics, rhythmics, history of physiotherapy
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309802
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Publication date:
24.5.2023.
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