South African Journal of Physiotherapy (Dec 1981)

Spinal cord injury — Hope through rehabilitation and research

  • Lane Flint

DOI
https://doi.org/10.4102/sajp.v37i4.934
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 37, no. 4
pp. 93 – 95

Abstract

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The incidence of spinal cord injuries in industrial countries is increasing. Rehabilitation and vocational (re)training of these persons in wheelchairs is essential. This article describes a specific rehabilitation programme from the acute phase to the final goal, namely vocational integration. All members of the rehabilitation team are involved.

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