A Client-Centered Model for Equipment Prescription (Client's Values and Roles, Effective Use of Adaptive Equipment)

Many studies of individuals with physical dysfunction have revealed significant under-use of equipment following initial rehabilitation. These studies collectively suggest that clients fail to use equipment because the therapist's equipment prescription focuses on the physical aspects of treatment and fails to incorporate client-centered factors. This paper describes a client-centered model for equipment prescription dksLgned to improve the use and efficacy of equipment prescribed to individuals with physical dysfunction. A demonstration case study of an individual-with a spinal injury is provided to illustrate the application of this model.