Browse the latest research summaries in the field of social support for spinal cord injury patients and caregivers.
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Spinal Cord, 2024 • September 23, 2024
This study describes the development and testing of the SCI Peer Support Evaluation Tool, a new instrument designed to assess the outcomes of peer support programs for individuals with spinal cord inj...
KEY FINDING: The study identified 20 key outcomes of SCI peer support, which formed the basis of the SCI Peer Support Evaluation Tool.
YALE JOURNAL OF BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE, 2024 • January 1, 2024
This community-driven qualitative study examines factors affecting SCI survivorship through interviews with 28 peer mentors. The study identified themes like Sense of Achievement, Post-Injury Growth, ...
KEY FINDING: Four key themes emerged from the interviews: Sense of Achievement, Post-Injury Growth, Giving and Receiving Support, and Post-Injury Challenges.
Archives of Rehabilitation Research and Clinical Translation, 2024 • January 1, 2024
This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of clinician-led (PST) and peer-led (BBC) interventions for caregivers of ABI patients transitioning home, focusing on reducing stress and improving self-e...
KEY FINDING: Statistically significant improvements in caregiver stress were noted between the usual care (UC) and PST groups.
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2024 • December 1, 2024
This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (intervention). The objectives are as follows: Primary objective: To assess the effects of peer-supported interventions on quality of life and self-management c...
KEY FINDING: The primary objective is to assess the effects of peer-supported interventions on quality of life and self-management compared to control groups in people with SCI.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2021 • July 1, 2021
This study evaluated a Multiple Family Group (MFG) education and support intervention for individuals with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) and their primary caregivers, hypothesizing it would be superior to ...
KEY FINDING: MFG reduced passive coping and increased subjective and overall social support in participants with SCI compared to the education control group.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2022 • January 1, 2022
This study examined the relationship between leisure time physical activity (LTPA), loneliness, and life satisfaction among individuals with spinal cord injury or dysfunction (SCI/D). The results indi...
KEY FINDING: There is a significant negative correlation between leisure time physical activity (LTPA) and loneliness among individuals with SCI/D.
Archives of Rehabilitation Research and Clinical Translation, 2021 • January 1, 2021
The study evaluated the effectiveness of peer mentoring for caregivers of patients with acquired brain injury (ABI) in encouraging participation in support services and reducing caregiver stress and d...
KEY FINDING: Peer mentoring significantly improved caregiver stress at discharge and 30 days post discharge compared to usual care.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2023 • January 1, 2023
The Active Living Lifestyles for manual wheelchair users (ALLWheel) program uses a digital peer-led approach to incorporate two behavior change theories to address a critical need for leisure-time phy...
KEY FINDING: Experts affirmed the need for leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) programs for individuals with spinal cord injury (iSCI).
Occupational Therapy International, 2021 • October 12, 2021
This study examined the factors affecting the quality of life (QoL) of caregivers of individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI) in Iran. The study found that caregiver QoL was significantly influence...
KEY FINDING: Moderate to highly significant negative correlations were observed between all domains of the WHOQoL scale and subscales of the CBS and the BDI-II.
Spinal Cord, 2021 • November 3, 2021
This study explores the outcomes of peer mentorship programs for people living with spinal cord injury (SCI) within Canadian community-based organizations. The research identifies both positive and ne...
KEY FINDING: Peer mentorship programs have positive outcomes for mentees, including increased understanding, emotional support, inspiration, and a sense of belonging.