Bridges and Barriers: Physiotherapy and the Physiotherapist's experience of treating Musculoskeletal Disorders in Western Ecuador. A qualitative study.
BACKGROUND: Ecuador is a Spanish speaking country located in northwestern South America with an approximate population of 16 million people. It is considered a developing country. The public healthcare system is divided into three branches and there are also private services available. Musculoskeletal disorders are overly represented in the developing world, especially where poverty and rural livi
