Theory- and evidence-based best practices for physical activity counseling for adults with spinal cord injury

This project focused on creating guidelines for physical activity counseling tailored for adults with spinal cord injuries (SCI). It brought together experts, including researchers, counselors, and people with SCI, to develop these best practices. The guidelines cover how to conduct a counseling session and what topics to address, emphasizing a client-centered approach and understanding individual barriers to physical activity. The aim is to standardize and improve the delivery of physical activity counseling to adults with SCI across different settings, ensuring more consistent and effective support.

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  The project resulted in a best practices document that includes an introduction, the best practices themselves, considerations for implementation, and a glossary of terms.
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  Best practices emphasize building rapport, using a client-centered approach based on motivational interviewing, understanding barriers, and sharing SCI physical activity guidelines.
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  External experts rated the developed best practices as clear, useful, and appropriate, indicating their potential for practical application.