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Survey scope
The cross-sectional survey included a convenience sample of 234 rehabilitation therapists and examined their capacity and confidence in performing and teaching wheelchair skills. Researchers used measures covering self-efficacy, wheelchair-skills capacity, and the quantity and quality of training provided to users. The record summarizes the abstract rather than the full paper.
Limited training activity
During six months, clinicians trained a median of two people for 60 minutes on two skills per trainee. Training occurred predominantly in inpatient settings. The number of trainees and reported trainee mastery were low across all skills, and training in community or advanced skills was nearly absent.
Confidence and competency gaps
Most clinicians reported no confidence teaching advanced skills. Self-efficacy for training was 45%, compared with 68% for spotting and 57% for assessment. Wheelchair Skills Test Questionnaire capacity and confidence scores were also low, at 33% and 30%. Years of practice did not affect outcomes. The authors concluded that greater competency was associated with higher confidence and a broader range of skills taught.
