ABSTRACT

Objective : This study was performed to verify the comprehensive perspective based on the ICF-model and logical clinical thinking of Rehabilitation Problem Solving(RPS) Form. Methods : The patient was a 31-year-old man who injured spinal cord. A plan of care was to address impairment, activity limitation and participation restrictions by using RPS Form. And we discussed about clinical utilities of RPS Form with 6 clinical experts. Results : After the intervention, subject participated in computer lecture more often and for longer duration. And he expressed positive attitude about intervention. Experts mentioned agreeable opinion about using RPS Form in clinic. Conclusions : RPS provides a visual simpleness and clearness and it also guides logical thinking in clinical practice. Therefore RPS Form can be used to enhance multidisciplinary patient management and assists in clarifying clinical roles as part of a multidisciplinary team. The case report demonstrates that the RPS Form can be a viable strategy for occupational therapy.