November 10, 2025 · Journal of pediatric rehabilitation medicine · DOI: 10.1177/18758894251391901

Rehabilitation needs and healthcare utilization of adults with cerebral palsy: A mixed methods study

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This study investigates the rehabilitation and healthcare needs of adults with cerebral palsy (CP) within a pediatric healthcare setting, aiming to understand the complexity of their care requirements. Through mixed methods, the authors found that adults with CP experience evolving rehabilitation needs, high utilization of various therapies and specialists, and limited transition efforts to adult care. The findings highlight the necessity for comprehensive transition processes to address the ongoing healthcare challenges faced by this population.

Cristina A Sarmiento, Chloe Glaros, Jordan M Wyrwa, Emily Gianetti, McKenzie Bremel, Lori Silveira, Donald Borchert, Lisa A Brenner, Brooke Dorsey Holliman

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