(Sustainability Phase) Improving Daily Out of Bed Activities for Spinal Cord Injured Patients at Tan Tock Seng Rehabilitation Center
Care Continuum
Care Process & Redesign
National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2022
To increase the percentage of spinal cord injured patients achieving daily 30-minute out-of-bed leisure activities from 29%. Sustained structured programs improve quality of life and care for spinal cord injury patients.
Year Submitted: 2022
Published Date: 31 December 2022
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 the percentage of spinal cord injured patients achieving daily 30-minute out-of-bed leisure activities from 29% to 70%.
Background
Spinal cord injury patients often lead hypoactive lifestyles, increasing risks of secondary health issues.
Methods
PDSA cycles standardizing programs, improving communication, and structuring leisure activities for patient engagement.
Results
Achieved 100% participation by April 2022, with significant engagement and recovery improvements.
Conclusion
Sustained structured programs improve quality of life and care for spinal cord injury patients.
Lessons Learnt
Multidisciplinary collaboration and standardized processes sustain long-term success.
Additional Information
NHG Quality Day 2022: Best Award
Keywords
Spinal Cord Injury, Rehabilitation, Quality Improvement
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, Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Rehabilitation Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy |
Project Lead(s) | Ong Chui Ni |
Project Member(s) | Chloe Lin Na-Ling |
Connect with this contributor!
Ong Chui Ni - chui_ni_ong@ttsh.com.sg