An evaluation of conceptual frameworks to improve reproductive health outcomes among women with physical disabilities.

ABSTRACT:

Aim(s)

To identify and evaluate conceptual frameworks intended to guide reproductive health research among women with physical disabilities.

Design

Discussion paper.

Methods

We identified and evaluated frameworks related to the reproductive health of women with physical disabilities using modified criteria by Fawcett and DeSanto-Madeya with constructs from the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health.

Data sources

We conducted a systematic review of literature published from 2001 to 2024 in four databases.

Results

Our review revealed two frameworks: (1) A perinatal health framework for women with physical disabilities is applicable to studies that consider multiple socioecological determinants in pregnancy; (2) A conceptual fra

SUBMITTER: Harkins SE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12379760 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature