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Published on: January 7, 2019
[Functional assessment in rehabilitation]
Ingvild Kjeken1, Tore Kristian Kvien, Hanne Dagfinrud
1Nasjonalt revmatologisk rehabiliterings- og kompetansesenter, Diakonhjemmet Sykehus, Postboks 23 Vinderen, 0319 Oslo. ingvild.kjeken@diakonsyk.no
Summary
Rehabilitation is now viewed as a collaborative, patient-centered process focused on enhancing functioning and societal participation. This requires individualized assessments to align with patient priorities and outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Disability Studies
Background:
- Current definitions of rehabilitation emphasize a planned, time-limited, multidisciplinary process.
- Previous definitions did not fully acknowledge the patient as an expert in their own rehabilitation journey.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the evolving conceptualization of rehabilitation in Norway.
- To highlight the importance of patient involvement and community participation in rehabilitation.
- To underscore the need for evidence-based practice through systematic assessment.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of the Norwegian Ministry of Health and Care Services' definition of rehabilitation.
- Conceptual review of changes in rehabilitation paradigms.
Main Results:
- Rehabilitation is defined as a cooperative, goal-oriented process to maximize patient functioning and societal integration.
- Key shifts include recognizing patients as experts and prioritizing community activity and participation.
- Continuous evaluation and individualized, systematic assessments are crucial for evidence-based practice.
Conclusions:
- The modern approach to rehabilitation necessitates active patient involvement in goal setting and interventions.
- Focusing on activity and participation promotes independence and societal reintegration.
- Implementing individualized assessments is vital for effective, patient-centered rehabilitation outcomes.
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