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Article type: Research Article
Authors: Huurneman, Kim A.M.a; * | Lankhorst, Ilse M.F.a | Baars, Erwin C.T.a | van Wijk, Irisb | van der Sluis, Corry K.c
Affiliations: [a] Rehabilitation Center Vogellanden, Zwolle, The Netherlands | [b] Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Rehabilitation Center De Hoogstraat, Utrecht, The Netherlands | [c] University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Groningen, The Netherlands
Correspondence: [*] Corresponding author: Kim A.M. Huurneman, Rehabilitation Centre Klimmendaal, Heijenoordseweg 5, 6813 GG Arnhem, The Netherlands. E-mail: k.huurneman@klimmendaal.nl.
Abstract: PURPOSE: Young adults with transversal upper limb reduction deficiency experience limitations regarding education, employment and obtaining a driver’s license. Contribution of rehabilitation care within these domains has been reported to be inadequate. This study evaluates the needs and suggestions of participants in rehabilitation care. METHODS: Two online focus groups with young adults and parents met during 4 consecutive days. Health care professionals joined a face-to-face focus group. Data analysis was based on framework analysis. RESULTS: The rehabilitation team was mainly consulted for problems with residual limb or for prostheses. Young adults and their parents were mostly unaware of resources regarding education, job selection or obtaining a driver’s license. Professionals stated that these subjects were addressed during periodic appointments. Young adults didn’t always attend these appointments due to limited perceived benefit. To improve rehabilitation care, participants suggested methods for providing relevant information, facilitating peer contact and offering dedicated training programs to practice work-related tasks, prepare for job interviews or enhance self-confidence. CONCLUSION: Periodic appointments do not fulfil needs of young adults with transversal upper limb reduction deficiency. To improve care, rehabilitation teams should offer age-relevant information, share peer stories, and create dedicated training programs.
Keywords: Upper extremity, reduction deficiency, transition, young adult, rehabilitation care
DOI: 10.3233/PRM-200690
Journal: Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine, vol. 14, no. 1, pp. 103-112, 2021
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