Clin Rehabil April 2009 PMID 19293289

Goal setting in rehabilitation: an overview of what, why and how.

Derick T Wade

Mentions

32
Peak: 11 in Feb 2022
across 5 sources since Nov 2015

Extended reach

111,322
potential audience

Total likes

222

Video views

87,162

Mentions per month

Nov 2015 – Feb 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter18 posts
  • News9 articles
  • YouTube3 videos
  • Instagram1 posts
  • Blogs1 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The group shows a balanced view, with some posts questioning the validity of the SMART framework, such as the critique of 'SMART being a poor acronym,' illustrating a critical stance. Others reference scholarly discussions, like Prof Wade's debate on SMART(ER), which indicates ongoing professional engagement, but the overall tone remains cautious and exploratory rather than transformative.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions reflect mixed opinions about goal-setting strategies, with some skepticism about the effectiveness of SMART goals and calls for ongoing debate, indicating neutrality overall.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions show moderate interest, mainly focusing on specific goal-setting frameworks like SMART and references to academic debates, which might appeal to researchers or practitioners.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage by sharing alternative perspectives and citations of academic discussions, suggesting some depth in their comments.

ImpactNeutral impact

The posts indicate that while the topic sparks some professional dialogue, it does not appear to cause a significant shift in practice or widespread recognition.

Abstract in brief

  • The article explains that goal setting in rehabilitation is important because it helps patients stay motivated and focused on their recovery process.
  • It covers the reasons why clear, personalized goals are essential for effective rehabilitation, emphasizing the need to align goals with patients' needs and priorities.
  • The text also discusses different methods for setting goals, including how to establish, monitor, and adjust them to improve outcomes in rehabilitation programs.]

Top posts

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Derick Wade
@derickwaderehab · X

In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical review with a trenchant abstract confirms that SMART may not be good. https://t.co/ju3WKKWmL2 And goal attainment scaling is also suspect https://t.co/vyk1CXO3la

Feb 24, 2022 · 35 likes · 13 shares · 3,648 followers View post →
Coach Gomez
@AgawamAD6 · X

To all the fall athletes out there starting preseason! Here is a great video to watch about Goal-Setting & Athletic Performance. Start working on your S.M.A.R.T. Goals! https://t.co/bqQlzctenn

Aug 22, 2022 · 3 likes · 280 followers View post →
Andrew Bateman
@Prof_A_Bateman · X

here's Prof Wade's discussion https://t.co/cMiaKoYJBY we now debate the issues around SMART(ER) #acrm2020 #ACRMgoals #goalsetting https://t.co/KtMDlpdJiu

Oct 20, 2020 · 1 like · 3 shares · 6,725 followers View post →
Christian Swann
@cswannpsych · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Mar 1, 2022 · 13 shares · 1,932 followers View post →
ACRMBrainInjury
@ACRMBrainInjur1 · X

RT @DrAndrewBateman: here's Prof Wade's discussion https://t.co/cMiaKoYJBY we now debate the issues around SMART(ER) #acrm2020 #ACRMgoals #…

Oct 20, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,909 followers View post →
Sarah Edney
@sarahkedney · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Feb 24, 2022 · 13 shares · 1,481 followers View post →

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Coach Gomez
@AgawamAD6 · X

To all the fall athletes out there starting preseason! Here is a great video to watch about Goal-Setting & Athletic Performance. Start working on your S.M.A.R.T. Goals! https://t.co/bqQlzctenn

Aug 22, 2022 · 3 likes · 280 followers View post →
Dr Jain Holmes
@iFRESHPhD · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Mar 17, 2022 · 13 shares · 546 followers View post →
Christian Swann
@cswannpsych · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Mar 1, 2022 · 13 shares · 1,932 followers View post →
wendycandlin
@wendycandlin1 · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Feb 27, 2022 · 13 shares · 145 followers View post →
Zoe Rothery
@Zoeneurophysio · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Feb 26, 2022 · 13 shares · 333 followers View post →
Tamsin Kind
@tamsin_kind · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Feb 26, 2022 · 13 shares · 399 followers View post →
Sofie Martin
@PhysioSofie · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Feb 25, 2022 · 13 shares · 174 followers View post →
Katie Wilkins
@slt_katie · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Feb 25, 2022 · 13 shares · 233 followers View post →
Dr Mari Viviers
@viviers_mari · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Feb 25, 2022 · 13 shares · 1,210 followers View post →
Health and Social Care Professions SVUH
@HSCPsSVUH · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Feb 25, 2022 · 13 shares · 1,382 followers View post →
Dawn Drury
@DDawnOT · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Feb 24, 2022 · 13 shares · 960 followers View post →
Sarah Edney
@sarahkedney · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Feb 24, 2022 · 13 shares · 1,481 followers View post →
Kedar K. V. Mate केदार क. वि. माटे
@matekedar · X

RT @derickwaderehab: In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical r…

Feb 24, 2022 · 13 shares · 310 followers View post →
Derick Wade
@derickwaderehab · X

In 2009 I suggested SMART was a poor acronym for goal-setting https://t.co/HpsmAmvNEy A more evidence-based critical review with a trenchant abstract confirms that SMART may not be good. https://t.co/ju3WKKWmL2 And goal attainment scaling is also suspect https://t.co/vyk1CXO3la

Feb 24, 2022 · 35 likes · 13 shares · 3,648 followers View post →
ACRM Technology Group
@ACRMTechGroup · X

RT @DrAndrewBateman: here's Prof Wade's discussion https://t.co/cMiaKoYJBY we now debate the issues around SMART(ER) #acrm2020 #ACRMgoals #…

Oct 20, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,015 followers View post →
ACRMBrainInjury
@ACRMBrainInjur1 · X

RT @DrAndrewBateman: here's Prof Wade's discussion https://t.co/cMiaKoYJBY we now debate the issues around SMART(ER) #acrm2020 #ACRMgoals #…

Oct 20, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,909 followers View post →
ACRM Career Development Networking Group
@ACRMCareerDev · X

RT @DrAndrewBateman: here's Prof Wade's discussion https://t.co/cMiaKoYJBY we now debate the issues around SMART(ER) #acrm2020 #ACRMgoals #…

Oct 20, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,007 followers View post →
Andrew Bateman
@Prof_A_Bateman · X

here's Prof Wade's discussion https://t.co/cMiaKoYJBY we now debate the issues around SMART(ER) #acrm2020 #ACRMgoals #goalsetting https://t.co/KtMDlpdJiu

Oct 20, 2020 · 1 like · 3 shares · 6,725 followers View post →
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