The impact of power assist devices on manual wheelchair use across international classification of functioning, disability and health framework categories and the implications for insurance policy coverage: A scoping review.

A scoping review examined how power assist devices (PADs) affect manual wheelchair users across ICF framework domains, including body functions, activities, and participation. Findings highlight gaps in insurance coverage policies that may limit access to these assistive technologies despite demonstrated functional benefits. The review has direct implications for physical therapists involved in wheelchair prescription and advocating for appropriate equipment coverage for their patients.

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