ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2023
Rehabilitation Capacity in South Africa-A Situational Analysis.
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Abstract
Rehabilitation in South Africa (SA) operates independently of major health services and reforms, despite the increasing rehabilitation need. With the introduction of National Health Insurance (NHI), SA is facing another major health reform. Evidence is needed on the current SA rehabilitation situation, regarding shortcomings, opportunities, and priority strategic strengthening actions. We aimed to describe the current rehabilitation capacity in the SA public health sector, which serves the majority and most vulnerable South Africans. A cross-sectional survey was conducted in five provinces, using the World Health Organisation's Template for Rehabilitation Information Collection (TRIC). Participants were purposively selected for their insights and experiences of rehabilitation in specific government departments, health sectors, organisations, and/or services. TRIC responses were analysed descriptively. Participants explained how timely and effective rehabilitation produced long-term health, social, and economic benefits. Positive initiatives were reported for rehabilitation data collection, service design, and innovation. Challenges included inadequacies in human resources, the integration of rehabilitation at primary care, guidelines, and specialised long-term care facilities. The continuity of care across levels of care was sub-optimal due to inefficient referral systems. Promoting and improving rehabilitation nationally requires concerted, innovative, collaborative, and integrated efforts from multiple stakeholders within, and outside, the health system.
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