Manual wheelchair training approaches and intended training outcomes for adults who are new to wheelchair use: A scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Wheelchair training is pivotal for safety, independence, and occupational engagement in the community, yet adults coming into wheelchair use often receive insufficient or untailored training. This research aimed to understand the range and type of manual wheelchair training approaches that exist for adults commencing wheelchair use.

Method

A systematic scoping review involved searching eight electronic databases and grey literature up to September 2023. Papers relating to manual wheelchair training for adults and their caregivers were included for data extraction. Eighty-seven articles were included in this review. The International Classification of Functioning (ICF) was used to organise and analyse data related to intended training outcomes.

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SUBMITTER: Charlton K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11649964 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature