Browse the latest research summaries in the field of disability for spinal cord injury patients and caregivers.
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Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health, 2022 • July 27, 2022
People with disabilities, a growing and disadvantaged group, face persistent barriers to healthcare and have a high prevalence of chronic health conditions. They experience cancer health disparities d...
KEY FINDING: People with disabilities report disproportionately higher rates of risk factors, including obesity, cigarette smoking, and substance misuse.
SSM - Population Health, 2022 • August 17, 2022
This study described the accessibility of healthcare services in South-East Queensland, in terms of potential proximity to services commonly used by people with an acquired disability; and investigate...
KEY FINDING: Access potential was highly variable, particularly for allied health services.
Frontiers in Rehabilitation Sciences, 2022 • August 2, 2022
The study aimed to determine factors influencing the sustainable employment of people with ABI or SCI from the employer's perspective. It identified key factors related to the employee's characteristi...
KEY FINDING: Good disability self-management and proactive communication of needs on the part of the employee are contributing factors to long-term employment from the employer’s perspective.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2021 • January 1, 2021
This study investigated the relationship between secondary health conditions (SHCs) developing early after spinal cord injury (SCI) and long-term disability. The most prevalent SHCs were leg spasms, c...
KEY FINDING: Several secondary health conditions like constipation, urinary tract infections, and headaches at 6 months post-SCI were associated with significantly higher levels of disability at each subsequent follow-up.
African Journal of Disability, 2019 • September 23, 2019
This study investigated the barriers and facilitators to primary care access for individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI) in Gaborone, Botswana. The results indicate that while primary care service...
KEY FINDING: A significant number of participants (71.9%) felt that healthcare providers lacked sufficient knowledge on SCI-related issues.
PLoS ONE, 2020 • January 31, 2020
This study identified various personal and environmental determinants of dietary behaviour in wheelchair users with SCI or LLA, providing insights for developing targeted interventions. The findings h...
KEY FINDING: Personal factors like knowledge about nutrition, boredom, fatigue, and motivation significantly influence dietary choices in wheelchair users.
Am J Prev Med, 2020 • December 1, 2020
The study evaluated the feasibility and effectiveness of the GLB-AIM program, an intensive lifestyle intervention adapted for individuals with mobility impairment. Results from the six-month randomize...
KEY FINDING: Participants in the immediate group experienced significant weight loss compared to the delayed group after six months.
Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology, 2020 • December 8, 2020
This study examines the factors influencing labor market participation among individuals with SCI in Germany, utilizing data from the German Spinal Cord Injury Survey (GerSCI). The findings reveal tha...
KEY FINDING: Higher education levels significantly correlate with increased employment rates among individuals with SCI.
Frontiers in Rehabilitation Sciences, 2023 • January 20, 2023
The study identifies key factors influencing sustainable employment for individuals with ABI or SCI from the perspective of health and work professionals. It highlights the importance of early interve...
KEY FINDING: Early, multidisciplinary, and person-centered work integration is crucial, with the early involvement of employers being ideal for sustainable employment.
African Journal of Disability, 2023 • January 12, 2023
The study explored social participation of individuals with SCIs using WCs in rural Tanzania after MPT and EST programmes. Two interrelated themes emerged: influencing factors (activities, personal, a...
KEY FINDING: Participants' community integration was influenced by their activities, personal factors (such as self-esteem), and environmental factors (such as accessibility and social support).