Publications by authors named "Scriba E"
Article Synopsis
- Spinal cord injuries lead to various health issues and affect overall well-being, making it crucial to assess the prevalence of these issues for better treatment strategies.
- A study surveyed 200 individuals with long-term spinal cord injuries in South Africa to compare the prevalence and treatment rates of secondary health conditions and mental health between those receiving public and private healthcare.
- Results showed that public healthcare users experienced more severe issues like sleeping problems and received less treatment for those issues compared to private healthcare users, highlighting a need for improved support for individuals with spinal cord injuries.
Recent research on the standard of care and related quality of life of the spinal cord-afflicted community in South Africa (SA) has revealed significant gaps in practice, and challenges regarding levels of care and access to services and supplies specifically related to the neurogenic bladder.
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