Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Lebanese healthcare professionals toward multidisciplinary spinal cord injury rehabilitation.

STUDY

DESIGN

Cross-sectional study.

OBJECTIVES

To assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of Lebanese healthcare professionals toward multidisciplinary spinal cord injury (SCI) rehabilitation.

SETTING

Lebanon.

METHODS

A cross-sectional study was conducted between April and June 2024 among physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation professionals involved in SCI care in Lebanon. Participants completed an anonymous online questionnaire assessing sociodemographic characteristics and KAP related to SCI rehabilitation. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, bivariate analyses, and multiple linear regression.

RESULTS

A total of 110 healthcare professionals participated; 61.8% were aged ≤35 years and 62.7% held postgraduate degrees. The mean knowledge score was 58.5 (SD 13.0), with 88.1% scoring below the adequate threshold. Attitudes were generally positive, with a mean score of 70.1 (SD 19.5), and 68.8% scored above the threshold. Practice scores were low (mean 42.5, SD 23.2), with only 32.1% demonstrating adequate practices. Higher knowledge and practice scores were associated with postgraduate education, longer experience, and working in rehabilitation settings. Lower attitude scores were observed among males and professionals managing acute referrals.

CONCLUSION

Lebanese healthcare professionals demonstrated positive attitudes but insufficient knowledge and practices regarding multidisciplinary SCI rehabilitation, highlighting the need for targeted training and stronger interdisciplinary rehabilitation systems.