Welcome to the 8th National Spinal Cord Injury conference!

The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2019 · DOI: 10.1080/10790268.2019.1647929 · Published: January 1, 2019

Spinal Cord Injury Healthcare Rehabilitation

Simple Explanation

The biennial conference showcases research, patient care, health policy, and advocacy in spinal cord injury (SCI) rehabilitation, addressing controversies and ethical dilemmas. KITE's mission is to be a trailblazer in research, education and knowledge translation, dedicated to improving the lives of people living with the effects of impairment, disability, illness and aging. The Ontario SCI Alliance leads community engagement to address systemic barriers impacting the quality of life of people living with SCI, focusing on access to medical supplies, mobility devices, and primary care.

Study Duration

Not specified

Participants

Individuals with SCI

Evidence Level

Not specified

Key Findings

1
KITE (Knowledge, Innovation, Talent and Everywhere) is a new brand replacing the former TRI Research Institute at Toronto Rehab, aiming to improve the lives of people living with the effects of impairment, disability, illness and aging.
2
The Ontario SCI Research Network facilitates multi-center clinical research on pre-hospital care, acute treatment, rehabilitation, and community living of individuals with SCI across five Academic Health Sciences Centres.
3
The Spinal Cord Injury Implementation & Evaluation Quality Care Consortium is working to implement the SCI-High indicators and related practices within six prioritized domains of SCI rehabilitation.

Research Summary

The editorial introduces the 8th National Spinal Cord Injury conference, highlighting its focus on research, patient care, health policy, and advocacy in SCI rehabilitation. It introduces KITE, a new research institute, and its mission to improve the lives of individuals with impairment, disability, illness and aging through research, education, and knowledge translation. The editorial also updates on the activities of the Ontario SCI Research Network and the Ontario SCI Alliance, focusing on multi-center clinical research, implementation of best practices, and community engagement to address systemic barriers.

Practical Implications

Improved Healthcare Delivery

Strengthening collaborations and focusing on principles to better serve individuals with SCI during healthcare transformations.

Advancements in Research and Treatment

Developing new treatments, devices, and products, as well as gathering evidence to guide policy change and transform public opinion.

Enhanced Quality of Life

Addressing and resolving systemic barriers through community engagement to improve access to medical supplies, mobility devices, and primary care supports for people living with SCI.

Study Limitations

1
Fiscal pressures influencing ability to serve the needs of individuals with SCI.
2
Organizational mergers and leadership transitions creating challenges.
3
Changes in IT systems affecting healthcare delivery.

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