Background: Mild stroke is characterized by subtle impairments, such as low self-efficacy and emotional and behavioral symptoms, which restrict daily living. Functional and Cognitive Occupational Therapy (FaCT) is a novel intervention, developed for individuals with mild stroke.
Objectives: To examine the effectiveness of FaCT compared to a control group to improve self-efficacy, behavior, and emotional status (secondary outcome measures).
Int J Environ Res Public Health
September 2022
This exploratory study aimed to examine multiple aspects of the participation of adults in the chronic phase following acquired brain injury (ABI), considering different disability levels. Our study included 25 adults ≥6 months after ABI (predominantly stroke), living at home, without severe cognitive decline. Primary measures included the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (subjective participation) and the Mayo-Portland Adaptability Inventory-4 Participation Index (objective participation).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis pilot study aimed to investigate the initial effect of a remotely delivered performance-based client-centered intervention on activity performance and participation among adults in the chronic phase after acquired brain injury (ABI). Sixteen participants living at home with little to no assistance in basic daily activities were allocated into intervention or waitlist control groups. Assessments were conducted at the baseline, after the 3-month intervention/wait period, and at a 3-month follow-up.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Mild stroke can cause subtle cognitive-behavioral symptoms, which although might be hidden, can restrict community reintegration and participation. Cognitive rehabilitation programs exist for stroke but not specifically for mild stroke and the research evidence varies. The Functional and Cognitive Occupational Therapy (FaCT) intervention was developed specifically for this population.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAcquired brain injury (ABI) is a leading cause of long-term disability. This calls for effective and accessible interventions to support participation in the community over time. One promising avenue to answer this need is telerehabilitation.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. The risk factors for stroke overlap those for cardiovascular disease. Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a particularly strong risk factor and is common, particularly in the elderly.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInt Urogynecol J
November 2013
Introduction And Hypothesis: Depression is more common in patients with urinary incontinence (UI). Drug or rehabilitation therapy have been shown to be effective in reducing urgency UI (UUI) symptoms, but whether these treatments can ameliorate the negative impact of UUI on the psychological aspects of quality of life is unclear.
Methods: A secondary analysis of an assessor-blinded randomized controlled trial was performed.
Introduction And Hypothesis: Our goal was to compare the long-term efficacy of bladder training (BT), pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT), combined pelvic floor rehabilitation (CPFR), and drug therapy (DT) in patients with urgency urinary incontinence (UUI).
Methods: This multicenter single-blind randomized controlled trial compared the efficacy of BT, PFMT, DT, and CPFR at baseline and 3- and 12-month follow-ups. Outcome measures included number of voids/24 h, number of UUI episodes, Quality of Life related to UUI (QOL-rUI), urogynecologic visual analog scale, and self-reported function and disability.
Purpose: To compare self-reported function and disability between women with urgency urinary incontinence (UUI) and healthy controls.
Method: Self-reported function and disability were evaluated using the Late Life Function and Disability Instrument (LLFDI) in 66 women with UUI (mean age 61.9 ± 5.
Arch Phys Med Rehabil
February 2008
Zolpidem is a unique nonbenzodiazepine sedative hypnotic drug that selectively binds to omega-1 gamma-aminobutyric acid receptors in the brain. Although used for years in Israel and abroad for insomnia, there have been periodic reports of unusual or remarkable neurologic effects in patients with various brain pathologies. Here, we report on a 50-year-old woman 18 months after severe anoxic brain injury in a minimally conscious state.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDisabil Rehabil
September 2007
Purpose: The aim of this paper is to present the current knowledge regarding return to work (RTW) following traumatic brain injury (TBI).
Method: Based on a Medline search, the authors reviewed the current TBI rehabilitation literature regarding (a) predictive factors for successful RTW, and (b) current concepts in rehabilitative strategies for successful RTW.
Results: The functional consequences to the victim of traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be severe.
Int Urogynecol J Pelvic Floor Dysfunct
January 2008
The objective of this study was to compare the residual effect of a 3-month rehabilitation treatment and a standard drug treatment for urge urinary incontinence (UUI) 21 months post intervention. Forty-four women (ages 27-68 years) who were diagnosed with overactive bladder (OAB) were divided into 2 treatment groups over 3 months: 24 women received rehabilitation (REH) and 20 women were treated with medication (MED) (oxybutynin ER). Outcomes measures included frequency of urination, quality of life (QoL), and number of side effects (no/SE), which were measured upon entry into the study (entry), completion of the intervention (3 months), and at follow-up 3 and 21 months after completion of treatment.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF