Parents' perceptions of power wheelchair prescription for children with a neuromuscular disorder: a scoping review.

CONCLUSION: Parents' experiences of initial wheelchair prescription have not been explored in existing literature. Clinicians' understanding of the benefits of power wheelchair equipment, particularly in the context of progression of neuromuscular disorders, is critical to facilitating timely wheelchair prescription with children. Condition-specific evidence is urgently needed to inform and support multidisciplinary management of children and their families. Implications for Rehabilitation It is important that rehabilitation professionals recognize parental barriers to initial power wheelchair prescription, such as strong emotional responses, an emphasis on their child's walking and lack of access. Clinicians' perspectives on walking and powered mobility may influence parental decision-making regarding engagement in power wheelchair prescription and rehabilitation. It is critical that clinicians are aware of and actively educate families regarding the benefits of powered mobility to facilitate timely prescription and support physical and psychological adjustment. PMID: 29912579 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Disability and Rehabilitation - Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Tags: Disabil Rehabil Source Type: research