Motivational Strategies for Neurological Rehabilitation
Fahad Somaa1, Mohammed M Al-Sulaimani1, Sultan H Shararah1
1Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Background:
Neurological rehabilitation programs rely on motivational strategies to enhance patient engagement and adherence. However, the specific techniques utilized and their impact remain understudied.
Objective:
This study aimed to identify the motivational strategies used within neurological rehabilitation programs, evaluate the purpose of using them, and determine the information considered while selecting these strategies.
Methods:
A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 250 rehabilitation professionals. Data on demographic details, motivational strategies used, and factors influencing their selection were collected and analyzed.
Results:
Among the participants, 34.8% were male, and 65.2% were female. The most frequently used motivational strategy was active listening (94.4%). The primary reason for selecting a motivational strategy was cognitive function (13.9%). Statistical analysis revealed no significant difference in the number of strategies used based on clinical experience (F (4,245) = 0.528, P = 0.715).
Conclusion:
Active listening emerged as the most widely employed motivational strategy, while cognitive function played a crucial role in strategy selection. No significant variations were observed in the number of strategies used across different levels of clinical experience.
