Feasibility and Acceptability of a Codesigned Health Care Transition Intervention for Young People With Spinal Cord Injuries

Adults with pediatric-onset spinal cord injuries often face challenges such as lower life satisfaction and poorer perceived physical health. Successfully transitioning to adult health care is crucial for preventing medical complications in these individuals. This study evaluates a web-based health care transition intervention co-designed with young people with spinal cord injuries and their caregivers to support their move to adult health care. The intervention, the SCI Healthcare Transition website, provides a step-by-step guide to the HCT process, categorized by age, that includes tools, tips and resources to help prepare for the move.

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  The web-based health care transition intervention was found to be feasible and acceptable among young people with spinal cord injuries, their parents/caregivers, and health care professionals.
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  Participants responded positively to the intervention and believed it would be useful, expressing intent to continue using it and recommend it to others.
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  Further consideration is needed for implementation and integration of the intervention into the current transition process, including educating health care providers on its use and ensuring buy-in from pediatric SCI health care services.