International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Open Access
ISSN: 2329-9096
ISSN: 2329-9096
Eivind Engebretsen
Norway
Research Article
A Systematic Review of Rehabilitation Interventions Aimed at Improving Participation in Life Domains for Young Adults with Disabilities
Author(s): Grace Engen, Martin Saebu, Truls I. Juritzen, Trond Bliksvaer, Eivind Engebretsen, Helene L Soberg and Cecilie RoeGrace Engen, Martin Saebu, Truls I. Juritzen, Trond Bliksvaer, Eivind Engebretsen, Helene L Soberg and Cecilie Roe
Background: Youth living with chronic disabilities face challenges in various life domains, and effective rehabilitation services are essential in providing the necessary support to optimize their participation in the community. To date, there has not been any systematic review summarizing rehabilitation intervention studies that targeted this vulnerable population and their participation in various societal domains.
Aim: The purpose of this comprehensive review was to identify and critically appraise studies that aimed to improve participation outcome in young adults.
Design: Systematic review
Settings: Rehabilitation facilities, home, school, community, other Population: Young adults with disabilities
Method: Systematic search in OVID MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, PsycINFO, We.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2329-9096.1000324