Protocol for a scoping review of skin self-care of people with spinal cord injury

BMJ Open, 2017 · DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-017860 · Published: January 1, 2017

Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Dermatology

Simple Explanation

This study is a protocol for a scoping review, which is a type of research that maps the existing literature on a broad topic. In this case, the topic is skin self-care for people with spinal cord injury (SCI). The review aims to identify what evidence is available to support self-care, what barriers and facilitators exist, and how healthcare professionals and family members contribute to skin self-care for individuals with SCI. The results of this review will help to better understand the practical aspects of rehabilitation for people with SCI and how to build a stronger evidence base for this type of work.

Study Duration

2007 to 2017

Participants

People with spinal cord injury, their family members and caregivers, and rehabilitation experts

Evidence Level

Not specified

Key Findings

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The scoping review will map the available evidence on skin self-care for people with SCI.
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The review will identify barriers and facilitators to implementing self-care strategies for this population.
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The review will explore the roles of healthcare professionals, researchers, and government entities in promoting skin self-care.

Research Summary

This is a protocol for a scoping review to map research on skin self-care for people with spinal cord injury (SCI). The review will use a systematic approach to search for and analyze relevant studies, including both published and grey literature. The findings will be used to identify gaps in the research and inform the development of new technologies and strategies to support self-care for people with SCI.

Practical Implications

Improved Planning and Self-Care

The protocol will contribute to improvements in the planning and self-care of individuals with SCI.

Evidence-Based Practice

It will enable the scientific community to present concrete steps capable of presenting strong evidence related to the subject it is intended to investigate.

Development of New Technologies

The scoping review may contribute to the development of a self-care tool for patients with SCI.

Study Limitations

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The review is limited to studies published between 2007 and 2017.
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The review only includes studies published in English, Spanish, or Portuguese.
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The review does not assess the methodological quality of the included studies.

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