Perceived determinants of clinical practice guideline implementation for stroke rehabilitation in LMICs a multinational REFORM survey.

ABSTRACT: Implementation of clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) is integral to improving the quality of stroke rehabilitation in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). However, various barriers hinder their effective utilization. This survey aimed to identify the barriers faced by rehabilitation professionals in utilizing CPGs for post-stroke motor rehabilitation. A cross-sectional survey based on the Australian Living Guidelines for Stroke Rehabilitation was developed to identify factors that influence healthcare professionals' adherence to clinical practice guidelines. The survey comprised 50 questions spanning five domains: demographics, work practices, rehabilitation techniques, clinical practice awareness, and CPG feasibility and implementation. A panel of 10 experts validated the questionna

SUBMITTER: Gandhi DB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12678384 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature