Background: Since core competence-based training is in demand, this study aimed to revise suitable major competencies for the Department of Physical Therapy at U University and use them to propose appropriate educational processes. Objectives: This research was to modify the competencies established in 2020 for Physical Therapy using focus group interviews, validate them using the Delphi survey, and modify a curriculum that aligns with competencies. Design: Panel survey research. Methods: This case study was conducted at U University. To reform curricula based on major competence, related documents were analyzed, expert opinions were obtained, and expert panel group Delphi survey was conducted. Results: The three major competencies of the Department of Physical Therapy at U University and 6 sub-competencies were defined by focus group interviews and review by the Physical Therapy Department Curriculum Committee. Additionally, the validity of the major competencies was established by the Delphi survey. Conclusions: Through step-by-step analysis, the current curriculum was revised into three major competencies and six sub-competencies, and the validity of the selected competencies was secured through a Delphi survey.

Background: Treadmill training is an effective intervention method for improving the walking ability of stroke patients, and taping is effective for stabilizing joints. However, taping interventions have not been implemented during treadmill training. Objectives: To examine whether treadmill training with an elastic tape or treadmill training with a non-elastic tape could be more effective in stroke patients. Design: A single blinded, randomized, controlled, comparative study. Methods: 22 stroke patients were randomly allocated to two groups: the elastic group (treadmill gait training with ankle elastic tape on the paretic side) or the non-elastic group (treadmill gait training with non-elastic tape on the paretic side). All participants performed 60 min of comprehensive rehabilitation therapy and treadmill training with an elastic tape or non-elastic tape for 20 min. Results: 10-meter walk test and timed up-and-go test results after training differed significantly from baseline in both groups (P<.05), but significantly larger gains were observed in the elastic group (10-meter walk test, -17.1%; timed up-and-go test, -18.49%; P<.05, respectively). Conclusion: Treadmill gait training with elastic tape on the affected ankle joint might be more effective at improving the walking and balancing abilities of stroke patients.