A Narrative Review of Outcomes in Burn Rehabilitation Based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health

Abstract

Burn injury commonly causes long-term physical impairments and psychosocial limitations that impact survivorship. This article uses the World Health Organization (WHO) International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework to summarize burn rehabilitation outcomes related to body functions and structures and how they relate to activities and participation within the social context. This article will contribute to a better understanding of burn recovery, facilitate the identification of specific and meaningful issues common to burn survivorship that may be under-reported in prior investigations and guide future rehabilitation to advance long-term burn outcomes.

Keywords: Burn injury; Disability and health; Function; International classification of functioning; Outcomes; Participation; Rehabilitation.