Physical therapists' perceptions about patients with incomplete post-traumatic paraplegia adherence to recommended home exercises: a qualitative study.

摘要: Abstract Background The overall purpose of physical therapy for patients with spinal cord injury is to improve health-related quality life. However, poor adherence a problem in and may have negative impact on outcomes. Objectives To explore the therapists’ perspectives about incomplete post-traumatic paraplegia recommended home exercises. Methods A qualitative content analysis was conducted. Data were collected convenience sample using semi-structured interviews. Thirteen registered therapists Athens area participated study. Results Five categories emerged from data: (1) reasons recommend exercise by therapist; (2) obstacles (3) methods addressing these obstacles; (4) family's role exercise; (5) financial crisis exercise. All participants found exercises essential rehabilitation health maintenance, they value their benefits. They also expressed that need be faced during process order promote adherence. Conclusion Physical should take into account different prevent These involve families, while, has an In overcome increase adherence, communication patient family while taking individual's needs, capacities, resources are essential.