International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Matola Provincial Hospital, Maputo, Mozambique

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• Research Article   
  Experience of Sexuality by People with Spinal Cord Injuries in Maputo City-Mozambique
  Author(s): Levy Pinto*, Leida Fumo, Teresa Jopela, Teresa Tiago and Edma Sulemane
  
  Background: Sexuality is an integral part of life, constituting a form of interaction with the other and contributing to the individual's well-being and self-esteem. In the case of a person with spinal cord injury, this is affected by the level of the injury, complications caused by the injury itself, psychological issues and cultural aspects. Objective: This study sought to know the sexuality experience of people with spinal cord injuries in Maputo city. Methods: This is a qualitative research, with semi-structured interviews conducted with 20 people with spinal cord injuries, using content analysis as a methodological tool. Results: Our observation revealed that most people with spinal cord injuries have great difficulties in experiencing their sexuality and there is a very large gap to.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2329-9096.22.S17.001

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