Evaluating a pilot community-based self-management program for adults with spinal cord injury

This study evaluates a self-management program for adults with spinal cord injury (SCI) in Singapore. The program aimed to improve self-efficacy and address secondary complications, community integration, and employment. The program included education, peer mentorship, and covered topics like physical activity, skin care, and bladder/bowel care. Participants showed improvements in self-efficacy and community integration. Participants appreciated the program's design, relevant information, and empowerment. They suggested more peer support and psycho-emotional interventions for future improvements.

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  Self-efficacy scores significantly increased from baseline to post-intervention with a large effect size (Hedge’s g = 0.89).
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  SCI-SCS scores significantly decreased from baseline to follow-up (p = .024), with a medium effect size (Hedge’s g = 0.64), indicating fewer problems related to secondary conditions.
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  A significantly greater proportion of individuals were employed at follow-up compared to baseline (p = .025).