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Patient and therapist experiences of the saeboFlex: A pilot study

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posted on 2024-06-17, 21:20 authored by L Andriske, D Verikios, Danielle HitchDanielle Hitch
Objective. The aim of this pilot study was to explore the experiences of both patients and therapists of using the SaeboFlex.Method. A mixed methods approach was adopted. Patients completed a questionnaire which included the Psychosocial Impacts of Assistive Devices Scale (PIADS) (Version 3.0) and 6 qualitative questions. Therapists completed 2 qualitative questionnaires, which collected data on the regimen adopted for the SaeboFlex and reflections on their practice with this device.Results. The SaeboFlex had a mostly positive impact on both the psychosocial experience of patients and their ability to do, be, and become. Intervention regimens were broadly similar between therapists, and both patients and therapists stated that the SaeboFlex increased motivation for therapy.Conclusion. This study has added to our tentative understanding of the SaeboFlex, but more rigorous research is required to build a robust evidence base.

History

Journal

Occupational Therapy International

Volume

2017

Article number

ARTN 5462078

Pagination

1 - 6

Location

England

Open access

  • Yes

ISSN

0966-7903

eISSN

1557-0703

Language

English

Publication classification

C Journal article, C1 Refereed article in a scholarly journal

Copyright notice

2017, Larissa Andriske et al.

Issue

1

Publisher

WILEY-HINDAWI