| Sumario: | AbstractPurposeMaterials and methodsResultsConclusion\nIMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONMobility-assistive technology (MAT) faces significant global implementation barriers. This study applied a Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) and Expert Recommendations for Implementing Change (ERIC) matching tools to identify barriers to MAT provision in Saudi Arabia and generate evidence-based implementation strategies.We triangulated findings from two published studies: a scoping review of barriers to MAT and a mixed-methods study of Saudi Arabian hospitals, including survey data, semi-structured interviews, and policy document analysis. Barriers were identified, mapped to the CFIR constructs, and translated into strategies using the CFIR-ERIC Matching Tool.Triangulation identified 14 distinct barriers across six categories mapped to 14 CFIR constructs within five domains. The CFIR-ERIC tool generated 49 implementation strategies. Planning (<italic>n</italic> = 17, 35%) and education (<italic>n</italic> = 13, 26%) were the predominant strategies. Top-ranked strategies included “identify and prepare champions” “conduct educational meetings”, and “assess for readiness”, demonstrating applicability across multiple barriers.The application of implementation science frameworks is a useful way to identify evidence-based strategies to address barriers to MAT provision. The predominance of planning and education strategies, reflecting endorsements from implementation science experts, suggests that systematic preparation and knowledge dissemination are fundamental to improving MAT accessibility. The findings provide actionable guidance for stakeholders in Saudi Arabia and similar settings. Future research should empirically evaluate strategy effectiveness.Planning and education strategies should be prioritised to address MAT provision barriers across rehabilitation settings.Champions must be identified and prepared within rehabilitation teams to drive MAT adoption and address organisational resistance.Educational meetings and materials are needed to close knowledge gaps among rehabilitation professionals regarding MAT assessment and prescription.Formal implementation blueprints should be developed to standardise procurement and delivery processes across rehabilitation departments.Collaborative partnerships between rehabilitation teams, procurement departments, and MAT suppliers are required to reduce coordination delays.Planning and education strategies should be prioritised to address MAT provision barriers across rehabilitation settings.Champions must be identified and prepared within rehabilitation teams to drive MAT adoption and address organisational resistance.Educational meetings and materials are needed to close knowledge gaps among rehabilitation professionals regarding MAT assessment and prescription.Formal implementation blueprints should be developed to standardise procurement and delivery processes across rehabilitation departments.Collaborative partnerships between rehabilitation teams, procurement departments, and MAT suppliers are required to reduce coordination delays.
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