Improving Out of Bed Daily Activities for Spinal Cord Injured Patients at Tan Tock Seng Hospital Rehabilitation Centre
Care Continuum
Care Process & Redesign
National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2021
To increase spinal cord injured patients' participation in out-of-bed leisure activities for 30 minutes daily, from 25% to. The intervention improved patient outcomes by increasing physical activity, contributing to better health and rehabilitation for.
Year Submitted: 2021
Published Date: 31 December 2021
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Care Continuum, Quality Improvement, Clinical Practice Improvement, Value Based Care, Length Of Stay, Rehabilitative Care
About this Content
Aims
To increase spinal cord injured patients' participation in out-of-bed leisure activities for 30 minutes daily, from 25% to 70%.
Background
Spinal cord injured patients were at risk of developing a hypoactive lifestyle, which impacts their physical fitness and overall well-being.
Methods
Standardized referral and scheduling processes for out-of-bed activities, included structured programs during meal times, and allocated specific manpower.
Results
Increased the percentage of patients sitting out of bed for leisure activities from 25% to 70%.
Conclusion
The intervention improved patient outcomes by increasing physical activity, contributing to better health and rehabilitation for spinal cord injured patients.
Lessons Learnt
Collaboration among multidisciplinary teams and involving patients/families were key to achieving success.
Additional Information
NHG Quality Improvement Award 2021 – Best Award in the "Developing A Flexible & Sustainable Workforce" category.
Keywords
Spinal Cord Injury, Rehabilitation, Out-of-Bed Activities, Quality Improvement, Patient Engagement
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Tan Tock Seng Hospital |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Neurology, Rehabilitation Therapy |
Project Lead(s) | Chloe Lin Na-Ling |
Project Member(s) | Ong Chui Ni |
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Chloe Lin Na-Ling - chloe_nl_lin@ttsh.com.sg