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Empowering Children's Rehabilitation: Unleashing the Expertise of the University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences
Peymaneh Shirinbayan1 , Farin Soleimani * 1
1- Pediatric Neuro rehabilitation Research Center
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In Iran, rehabilitation for children lacks a specialized curriculum and is typically only offered as part of a master’s or specialized doctoral program. Unfortunately, this field has no officially approved training course or educational framework. As a result, individuals who choose to pursue this specialization often do so out of personal interest, and their expertise tends to be self-taught. Currently, child rehabilitation primarily follows traditional methods and is limited to a few sessions per week at rehabilitation centers. However, there is an opportunity to improve both cost-effectiveness and rehabilitation outcomes. Parents and caregivers can actively participate in their child’s rehabilitation by leveraging family-oriented treatment methods and home-based care. Remote monitoring by experts can further enhance this approach. We propose a shift toward ‘remote rehabilitation’ for children. Additionally, we must address the unique challenges faced by children with chronic illnesses and newborns who have been hospitalized in intensive care units. These populations have emerged due to advances in medical care, leading to increased survival rates. Unfortunately, once these children leave the hospital, there is often inadequate supervision for their ongoing rehabilitation and management of complications. Mental health support for their families is also crucial during this process. To bridge these gaps, we need a comprehensive plan that ensures children can regain independence and resume their activities within the community, with strong family support.
 
Keywords: Authority of Children’s Rehabilitation, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences
     
Article type: Letter to Editor | Subject: Rehabilitation Management
Received: 2024/07/6 | Accepted: 2025/01/4
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