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Matos JIF, Teixeira F, Alves E. The effect of professional reintegration of stroke survivors on their quality of life: A scoping review: Professional Integration and QoL after stroke. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis 2024; 33:107858. [PMID: 38997047 DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2024.107858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2023] [Revised: 07/04/2024] [Accepted: 07/10/2024] [Indexed: 07/14/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Professional reintegration is an indicator of recovery and a common goal for many stroke survivors. However, data on the effect of professional reintegration on the quality of life (QoL) of stroke survivors is scarce. AIMS To assess and synthesize the available evidence, and identify the gaps on the effect of professional reintegration on the QoL of stroke survivors. METHODS A scoping review was performed, following PRISMA-ScR guidelines. The electronic databases PubMed, ISI Web of Science, PsycINFO, and SciELO were searched for empirical, peer-reviewed, original, and full-length studies on the effect of professional reintegration on QoL of stroke survivors. The main quantitative findings were synthesized and qualitative data was explored by thematic content analysis. RESULTS The included studies, 7 quantitative, 1 qualitative, and 1 mixed-methods, were published between 2009 and 2021. The assessment of QoL was highly heterogenic but globally most studies reported a significant and positive association between return to work (RTW) and QoL, 3 to 36 months post-stroke. For some stroke survivors, being able to focus on their rehabilitation was more important for their QoL than RTW. CONCLUSIONS The results highlight the importance of investing in professional reintegration after stroke to improve survivors' QoL. Further mixed-methods longitudinal research, performed in different countries and settings, with higher, homogeneous, and comparable samples, providing a broader approach to professional reintegration and the use of specific and standardized instruments to assess subjective domains of stroke survivors' QoL, is needed.
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- Joana Isabel Ferreira Matos
- EPIUnit-Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, Rua das Taipas no 135, Porto 4050-600, Portugal; Centro Hospitalar de Entre Douro e Vouga, Santa Maria da Feira, Aveiro, Portugal; Laboratório para a Investigação Integrativa e Translacional em Saúde Populacional (ITR), Porto, Portugal.
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- EPIUnit-Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, Rua das Taipas no 135, Porto 4050-600, Portugal; Laboratório para a Investigação Integrativa e Translacional em Saúde Populacional (ITR), Porto, Portugal
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- EPIUnit-Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, Rua das Taipas no 135, Porto 4050-600, Portugal; Laboratório para a Investigação Integrativa e Translacional em Saúde Populacional (ITR), Porto, Portugal
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Burfein P, Roxbury T, Doig EJ, McSween MP, de Silva N, Copland DA. Return to work for stroke survivors with aphasia: A quantitative scoping review. Neuropsychol Rehabil 2024:1-35. [PMID: 39087687 DOI: 10.1080/09602011.2024.2381874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 07/11/2024] [Indexed: 08/02/2024]
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The international incidence of stroke in people of working age is rising. As such, meaningful work return is a major rehabilitation goal for many individuals, including those with aphasia. This scoping review aimed to outline the post-stroke aphasia evidence related to work outcomes, factors influencing employment along with contemporary vocational-language and communication rehabilitation practice. The review employed terms related to aphasia, stroke, rehabilitation, and return to work in publications preceding 25.6.2023. Data were descriptively analysed, and vocational outcomes were summarized at defined timepoints. Of the 908 articles reviewed, 31 papers were included. Individuals with post-stroke aphasia consistently have lower rates of return to work than those post-stroke without aphasia. Employment at one year was 34.29% for those with aphasia compared to 58.46% for people without aphasia. No literature reported vocational-language assessment practices and there were minimal work-focused aphasia interventions identified. There was insufficient evidence to clearly identify person-related, rehabilitation, workplace or other factors influencing work return. This scoping review has identified that there are gaps in knowledge about the factors that influence work return and targeted vocational rehabilitation for this group. Future research to optimize return to work for individuals with aphasia is recommended.
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- P Burfein
- Queensland Aphasia Research Centre, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
- Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Metro North Health, Brisbane, Australia
- Surgical Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS) Education and Research Alliance, The University of Queensland and Metro North Health, Brisbane, Australia
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- Queensland Aphasia Research Centre, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
- Surgical Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS) Education and Research Alliance, The University of Queensland and Metro North Health, Brisbane, Australia
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- Surgical Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS) Education and Research Alliance, The University of Queensland and Metro North Health, Brisbane, Australia
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- Queensland Aphasia Research Centre, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
- Surgical Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS) Education and Research Alliance, The University of Queensland and Metro North Health, Brisbane, Australia
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- Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Metro North Health, Brisbane, Australia
- Surgical Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS) Education and Research Alliance, The University of Queensland and Metro North Health, Brisbane, Australia
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- Queensland Aphasia Research Centre, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
- Surgical Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS) Education and Research Alliance, The University of Queensland and Metro North Health, Brisbane, Australia
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Chen X, Samartkit N, Masingboon K. Factors associated with self-management behaviors among Chinese adults with ischemic stroke: A cross-sectional study. BELITUNG NURSING JOURNAL 2024; 10:285-293. [PMID: 38947297 PMCID: PMC11211749 DOI: 10.33546/bnj.3267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2024] [Revised: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 04/29/2024] [Indexed: 07/02/2024] Open
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Background In China, adults with ischemic stroke are getting younger. Additionally, following a stroke, they often neglect self-management (SM), which significantly impacts the rehabilitation process and treatment outcomes. Objective This study aimed to describe SM behavior and examine the relationship between stroke prevention knowledge, life stress, family relationships, and SM behavior among adults with ischemic stroke. Methods A total of 125 participants were recruited between October 2022 and March 2023 based on defined inclusion criteria. Research instruments included a demographic questionnaire, the Stroke Self-management Behavior Scale for Young Adults, the Stroke Prevention Knowledge Questionnaire, the Perceived Stress Scale, and the Brief Family Relationship Scale. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Pearson's product-moment correlation. Results The mean score of SM behavior was 88.1 out of 130 (SD = 16.5). Stroke prevention knowledge and family relationships showed a moderate positive significant relationship with SM behavior (r = 0.39, r = 0.34, p <0.001, respectively). Life stress had a significant negative relationship with SM behavior (r = -0.33, p <0.001). Conclusion The findings offer insights for nurses to develop nursing interventions to promote SM behavior among adults with stroke. Furthermore, they can assist hospitals in transitioning care to the community by emphasizing holistic nursing practices that educate about stroke prevention knowledge, encourage family support, and provide stress management strategies to enhance the SM abilities of adults with stroke.
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- Xiaoxiao Chen
- Master of Nursing Science Program Adult Nursing (International Program), Faculty of Nursing, Burapha University, Chonburi, Thailand
- The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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Rosendahl E, Carlson N, Kragholm K, Butt JH, Fosbøl EL, Gislason G, Torp-Pedersen C, Christiansen CB. Education and Age in Return to Work After Ischemic Stroke: A Danish Nationwide Registry-based Cohort Study. Neurologist 2024:00127893-990000000-00141. [PMID: 38872349 DOI: 10.1097/nrl.0000000000000563] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate return to work and workforce detachment in ischemic stroke, including the association with age and level of education. METHODS Patients in the workforce aged 18 to 60 with first-time ischemic stroke between 1997 and 2017 were identified in Danish registers and followed for 5 years. The cumulative incidence of return to work and subsequent workforce detachment was computed overall and stratified according to age group and education level. Cox regression analysis was used for multivariate analysis. RESULTS A total of 28,325 patients were included (median age 52.3 (interquartile range (IQR) 46.1 to 56.6) and 64.3% male). After 1 year, 62.0% were in the workforce, highest in age group 18 to 30 (80.0%) and lowest in patients aged 51 to 60 (58.5%). One-year cumulative incidence of return to work overall was 73.4% (20,475), highest in the young age group (87.0%, 76.7%, 74.5%, and 71.3% for age group 18 to 30, 31 to 40, 41 to 50, and 51 to 60, respectively) and high education (80.3%, 72.1%, and 71.3% for long higher, basic or vocational education, respectively). One-year cumulative incidence of subsequent workforce detachment was 25.6% (5248), lowest in young age (22.4%, 23.1%, 24.1%, and 27.2% for age groups 18 to 30, 31 to 40, 41 to 50, and 51 to 60, respectively) and high level of education (13.0%, 28.4%, and 27.2% for long higher, basic, and vocational education, respectively). During the full follow-up, 10,855 (53.0%) left the workforce again. CONCLUSIONS A high proportion of patients returned to work within 1 year, but more than half left the workforce again. Young age and long education were associated with a higher incidence of return to work and lower subsequent workforce detachment.
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- Eva Rosendahl
- Department of Cardiology, Gentofte Hospitalsvej 1, Gentofte
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- Department of Research, The Danish Heart Foundation
- Department of Nephrology, Rigshospitalet
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- The Heart Center, University Hospital of Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet
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- The Heart Center, University Hospital of Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet
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- Department of Cardiology, Gentofte Hospitalsvej 1, Gentofte
- Department of Research, The Danish Heart Foundation
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- Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen
- Department of Cardiology, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg
- Department of Cardiology and Clinical Research, Nordsjaellands Hospital, Hillerød, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Gentofte Hospitalsvej 1, Gentofte
- Department of Cardiology and Clinical Research, Nordsjaellands Hospital, Hillerød, Denmark
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Nam S, Reistetter TA, Hong I. Longitudinal Association of Health Satisfaction With Functional Status and Income Satisfaction in Stroke Survivors. Am J Occup Ther 2024; 78:7802180170. [PMID: 38393990 DOI: 10.5014/ajot.2024.050410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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IMPORTANCE Although cross-sectional studies have reported the relationships among performance of activities of daily living (ADLs), income satisfaction, and health satisfaction, longitudinal associations in stroke survivors remain unclear. OBJECTIVE To examine the effects of ADL function and income satisfaction on health satisfaction over time in stroke survivors. DESIGN Retrospective longitudinal study designs with latent growth curve models (LGMs) to control for time-varying and time-invariant covariates. SETTING Community. PARTICIPANTS A total of 198 stroke survivors. OUTCOMES AND MEASURES Self-reported ADL performance, income satisfaction, and health satisfaction. RESULTS The average age of participants was 70.68 yr (SD = 8.09; 107 men, 91 women). Each LGM showed that an increase in ADL score (standardized β = 0.116∼0.296, all ps < .05) and income satisfaction (standardized β = 0.513∼0.726, all ps < .001) positively predicted health satisfaction over time, even after controlling for time-varying annual income, demographics, and behavioral characteristics. The fit results of all LGMs were within the acceptable range: χ2(47) = 66.378, p = .0327; χ2(47) = 57.742, p = .1355; root-mean-square error of approximation, <0.08; comparative fit index and Tucker-Lewis index, >0.90; standardized root-mean-square residual, <0.05. CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE Because ADLs are significant modifiable health satisfaction factors, occupational therapy practitioners would need to focus more closely on ADL training in clinical settings. Furthermore, referring those clients to appropriate vocational rehabilitation to improve their income satisfaction would be necessary. Plain-Language Summary: This study recognizes the unique challenges and opportunities that arise when stroke survivors are preparing to return to their communities by emphasizing the significance of ADL training and income satisfaction during this stage of recovery. The study suggests that the therapeutic use of ADL training and income satisfaction could increase health satisfaction for stroke survivors. Therefore, comprehensive ADL training, as an occupational therapy intervention, could be crucial for stroke survivors who are preparing to return to their community from a clinical setting. Furthermore, connecting with vocational rehabilitation could also be important for improving income satisfaction for stroke survivors who are preparing to return to a community.
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- Sanghun Nam
- Sanghun Nam, MS, OT, is Doctoral Student, Department of Occupational Therapy, Graduate School, Yonsei University, Wonju, Gangwon-do, Republic of Korea
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- Timothy A. Reistetter, PhD, OTR, FAOTA, is Professor and Associate Dean for Research, Department of Occupational Therapy, University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio
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- Ickpyo Hong, PhD, OTR, is Associate Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy, College of Software and Digital Healthcare Convergence, Yonsei University, Wonju, Gangwon-do, Republic of Korea;
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Liu Z, Li J, Liu F, Guan N, Li Y, Zhang Y, Hou L, Jiang Q. Exploring the status and associated factors of the readiness for return-to-work in young and middle-aged stroke patients. Sci Rep 2024; 14:2841. [PMID: 38310121 PMCID: PMC10838315 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-53262-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2022] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/05/2024] Open
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Stroke increasingly affects individuals of working age. An accurate assessment of Readiness for Return-to-Work (RRTW) can help determine the optimal timing for RRTW and facilitate an early reintegration into society. This study investigates the current state of RRTW and the influencing factors among young and middle-aged stroke patients in China. A sample of young and middle-aged stroke patients hospitalized in a tertiary hospital in Henan Province between December 2021 and May 2022 were included in this study. A general information questionnaire and the Readiness for RRTW scale, the Social Support Rate Scale, the Stroke Self-Efficacy Scale, and the Fatigue Severity Scale were administered to the patients. Of the 203 patients successfully surveyed, 60 (29.6%) were in the pre-contemplation stage, 35 (17.2%) in the contemplation stage, 81 (39.9%) in the prepared for action-self-evaluative stage, and 27 (13.3%) in the prepared for action- behavior stage. Logistic regression analysis identified education level, monthly income, time to start rehabilitation therapy, social support, stroke self-efficacy, and fatigue severity as key factors affecting RRTW scale readiness in young and middle-aged stroke patients. The readiness of young and middle-aged stroke patients to Return-to-Work needs to be increased further. Healthcare professionals should consider the influencing factors of RRTW and design targeted intervention programs to facilitate a successful Return-to-Work and normal life.
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- Ziwei Liu
- Nursing Department, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 19 Renmin Road, Jinshui District, Zhengzhou, 450099, He Nan, China
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- Institute of Nursing and Health, Henan University, Kaifeng, 475000, He Nan, China
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- Institute of Nursing and Health, Henan University, Kaifeng, 475000, He Nan, China
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- Institute of Nursing and Health, Henan University, Kaifeng, 475000, He Nan, China
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- Institute of Nursing and Health, Henan University, Kaifeng, 475000, He Nan, China
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- Institute of Nursing and Health, Henan University, Kaifeng, 475000, He Nan, China
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- Institute of Nursing and Health, Henan University, Kaifeng, 475000, He Nan, China
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- Nursing Department, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, No.7 Weiwu Road, Jinshui District, Zhengzhou, 45003, He Nan, China.
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van Meijeren-Pont W, van Velzen JM, Volker G, Arwert HJ, Meesters JJ, de Kloet AJ, van Bennekom CA, Vliet Vlieland TP, Tamminga SJ, Oosterveer DM. Stroke survivors' long-term participation in paid employment. Work 2024; 77:839-850. [PMID: 37781842 PMCID: PMC10977381 DOI: 10.3233/wor-230037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2023] [Accepted: 07/20/2023] [Indexed: 10/03/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Knowledge on long-term participation is scarce for patients with paid employment at the time of stroke. OBJECTIVE Describe the characteristics and the course of participation (paid employment and overall participation) in patients who did and did not remain in paid employment. METHODS Patients with paid employment at the time of stroke completed questions on work up to 30 months after starting rehabilitation, and the Utrecht Scale for Evaluation of Rehabilitation-Participation (USER-P, Frequency, Restrictions and Satisfaction scales) up to 24 months. Baseline characteristics of patients with and without paid employment at 30 months were compared using Fisher's Exact Tests and Mann-Whitney U Tests. USER-P scores over time were analysed using Linear Mixed Models. RESULTS Of the 170 included patients (median age 54.2 interquartile range 11.2 years; 40% women) 50.6% reported paid employment at 30 months. Those returning to work reported at baseline more working hours, better quality of life and communication, were more often self-employed and in an office job. The USER-P scores did not change statistically significantly over time. CONCLUSION About half of the stroke patients remained in paid employment. Optimizing interventions for returning to work and achieving meaningful participation outside of employment seem desirable.
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- Winke van Meijeren-Pont
- Basalt Rehabilitation, Leiden/The Hague, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation, and Physical Therapy, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Department of Research and Development, Heliomare Rehabilitation Center, Wijk aan Zee, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Basalt Rehabilitation, Leiden/The Hague, The Netherlands
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- Basalt Rehabilitation, Leiden/The Hague, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Haaglanden Medical Center, The Hague, The Netherlands
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- Basalt Rehabilitation, Leiden/The Hague, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation, and Physical Therapy, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
- Kenniscentrum Health Innovation, Haagse Hogeschool, The Hague, The Netherlands
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- Department of Research and Development, Heliomare Rehabilitation Center, Wijk aan Zee, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Basalt Rehabilitation, Leiden/The Hague, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation, and Physical Therapy, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Basalt Rehabilitation, Leiden/The Hague, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation, and Physical Therapy, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Basalt Rehabilitation, Leiden/The Hague, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation, and Physical Therapy, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
- Department of Research and Development, Heliomare Rehabilitation Center, Wijk aan Zee, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Haaglanden Medical Center, The Hague, The Netherlands
- Kenniscentrum Health Innovation, Haagse Hogeschool, The Hague, The Netherlands
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Coutts E, Cooper K. Return to work for adults following stroke: a scoping review of interventions, factors, barriers, and facilitators. JBI Evid Synth 2023; 21:1794-1837. [PMID: 37255032 DOI: 10.11124/jbies-22-00174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This scoping review aimed to map the literature on interventions, factors, barriers, and facilitators for return to work for adults post-stroke with or without communication disorders. INTRODUCTION Difficulties in returning to work can significantly impact individuals following a stroke (eg, their sense of purpose and self-esteem), not only financially, but also as they adjust to the change in their situation. Such difficulties may arise from communication disorders as well as physical impairments. Previous reviews on return to work post-stroke have focused on specific aspects, such as interventions, or barriers and facilitators, but have not provided a comprehensive map of the field. Further, no systematic or scoping reviews to date have focused on literature addressing return to work for people with communication disorders post-stroke. INCLUSION CRITERIA This review considered literature that reported on interventions, barriers, and facilitators for return to work for adults (aged 16 years or older) following an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke. Records focusing on transient ischemic attacks or acquired brain injury were excluded, as were those in which a comorbidity or disability (eg, learning disability, dementia, respiratory disorder) had a significant impact on the individual's ability to work. METHODS This review followed the JBI scoping review methodology. Primary research of any type, systematic and non-systematic reviews, and gray literature from developed countries written in English from 2010 to the present day were identified from 7 databases, 2 gray literature repositories, JBI Evidence Synthesis , and an internet search. Records were screened for relevance to the review topic by 2 independent reviewers, and data relevant to the review questions were extracted. Findings were presented as narrative supported by tables. RESULTS Of the 106 sources included, 61 addressed demographic-based, socioeconomic-based, impairment-based, or recovery-based factors related to return to work. One of these 61 sources, a narrative review, focused on communication disorders. Thirty-eight sources explored barriers and facilitators for return to work from different stakeholders' perspectives; 3 of these 38 sources, including 2 qualitative studies and 1 narrative review, focused on post-stroke communication disorders. Eleven sources focused on interventions, including 7 studies (reported across 9 sources) that developed or tested return-to-work interventions. Of these primary studies, 1 randomized controlled trial and 1 retrospective cohort study were identified. The remaining intervention studies were case studies or case series. None of these intervention studies addressed communication disorders. CONCLUSIONS While there has been extensive research on factors, barriers, and facilitators for return to work post-stroke, there is a lack of research on interventions supporting return to work. There is also a significant gap in the evidence base on returning to work with a post-stroke communication disorder, highlighting the need for further research in this important area.
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- Emma Coutts
- Speech and Language Therapy, NHS Grampian, Fraserburgh UK
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- School of Health Sciences, Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, UK
- The Scottish Centre for Evidence-based, Multi-professional Practice: A JBI Centre of Excellence, Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, UK
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Kilinc F, Setzer M, Prinz V, Jussen D, Marquardt G, Gessler F, Czabanka M, Freiman T, Dubinski D, Won SY, Haberland M, Behmanesh B. The Beneficial Effect of Preoperative Exercise on Postoperative Clinical Outcome, Quality of Life and Return to Work after Microsurgical Resection of Spinal Meningiomas. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12082804. [PMID: 37109141 PMCID: PMC10146916 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12082804] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2023] [Revised: 04/02/2023] [Accepted: 04/04/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE While outcomes of surgical treatment for spinal meningiomas are well-described within the literature, factors affecting early return to work as well as long-term health related quality of life remain unclear. METHODS In this retrospective study, patients with spinal meningioma and surgical treatment from two university-level neurosurgical institutions between 2008 and 2021 were analyzed. Time to return to work, physical activities and long-term health related quality of life (assessed by telephone interviews using the EQ-5D-5L health status measure and visual analogue scale (EQ VAS) were analyzed. RESULTS We identified a total of 196 patients who underwent microsurgical resection of spinal meningioma between January 2008 and December 2021. Of those, 130 patients of working age were included and analyzed. The median follow-up time was 96 months. All included patients returned to work. The median time of return to work was 45 days for the whole cohort. Patients who preoperatively performed physical activity returned to work significantly earlier compared to patients who did not (p < 0.001). Furthermore, younger age (p = 0.033) and absence of obesity (p = 0.023) correlated significantly with earlier return to work. Significant differences were also observed in all 5 EQ-5D-5L dimensions between patients with and without preoperative physical activity. CONCLUSIONS Despite the benign nature of spinal meningioma preoperative physical activity and physiological body weight are associated with favorable postoperative outcome, higher quality of life and early return to work.
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- Fatma Kilinc
- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Schleusenweg 2-16, 60528 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- Department of Neurosurgery, Goethe University Hospital, 60528 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Goethe University Hospital, 60528 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Goethe University Hospital, 60528 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Goethe University Hospital, 60528 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Goethe University Hospital, 60528 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medicine Rostock, 18057 Rostock, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Goethe University Hospital, 60528 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medicine Rostock, 18057 Rostock, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medicine Rostock, 18057 Rostock, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medicine Rostock, 18057 Rostock, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medicine Rostock, 18057 Rostock, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medicine Rostock, 18057 Rostock, Germany
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Wang H, Si Y, Wu G, Wen J, Yang M. Work situation of patients with stroke who have returned to work: a scoping review protocol. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e058061. [PMID: 36517091 PMCID: PMC9756148 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-058061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION The incidence of stroke in working-age adults is increasing. Many patients face cognitive, emotional and physical impairments and their subsequent influences on returning to work. An increasing number of studies have been conducted on the transformation from unemployment to returning to work. The criteria for returning to work only used the 'working yes/no' as the primary outcome. Although some researchers have investigated the characteristics of patients with stroke who have returned to work, there is a paucity of evidence regarding the work situation. This scoping review aimed to examine and map the work situation of patients with stroke who have returned to work. METHODS AND ANALYSIS This study will be based on the Joanna Briggs Institute Reviewers' Manual for scoping reviews. A systematic literature search will be conducted using related medical subject headings and keywords on the work situation of patients with stroke who have returned to work. Relevant publications will be searched using 17 data sources, including grey literature sources, published in English or Chinese between 1957 and 2022. None of the articles will have restrictions on the data sources or study designs. The study selection and search results will be reported and presented according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses extension for scoping reviews flow diagram. The results will be presented in a table format based on the data extraction tool. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION This study is exempted from a medical ethical review. This scoping review addresses the knowledge gap by identifying and synthesising the work situation of patients with stroke who have returned to work, which will provide helpful information for various stakeholders. This scoping review will be submitted and published in a peer-reviewed scientific journal.
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- Huixiao Wang
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Nursing, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Nursing, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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Teo SH, Fong KN, Chen Z, Chung RC. Predictors of long-term return-to-work at five-year follow-up for mild-to-moderate subacute stroke patients enrolled in an early supported discharge program. Work 2022; 73:1001-1010. [DOI: 10.3233/wor-210914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND: Facilitating return-to-work (RTW) for working-age stroke survivors is a key component of stroke rehabilitation, however, research investigating the long-term outcomes of working-age stroke survivors is lacking. OBJECTIVE: To investigate the factors that influence long-term RTW for patients enrolled on a community-based early supported discharge (ESD) rehabilitation program in Singapore about five years post stroke. METHODS: Sixty-nine patients, aged between 18 and 60 years and were employed at the time of their hospitalization, were enrolled into the ESD program between 2012 and 2014. A prospective cohort design was adopted to examine the relationships between the factors— demographic, functional, personal, psychosocial factors and work related— and RTW at five-year follow-up. Details of RTW were collected through questionnaires via telephone follow-up. RESULTS: Sixty percent of the participants (n = 49) were selected for Cox and logistic regression analyses of RTW at five-year follow-up. The results indicated that having social problems is a negative predictor of RTW (OR 0.02; 95% CI 0.00–0.22) while being the breadwinner is a positive predictor of RTW (OR 13.79; 95% CI 2.46–77.52). The same factors were also significant in the time to RTW event at five-year follow-up, with a hazard ratio of 0.09 and 4.07, respectively. CONCLUSIONS: Early identification of the characteristics of stroke patients enrolled into an ESD program who have the potential to RTW would make interventions more targeted, increasing the likelihood of RTW.
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- Sock Hong Teo
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
- National University Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
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Joundi RA, Adekanye J, Leung AA, Ronksley P, Smith EE, Rebchuk AD, Field TS, Hill MD, Wilton SB, Bresee LC. Health State Utility Values in People With Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Am Heart Assoc 2022; 11:e024296. [PMID: 35730598 PMCID: PMC9333363 DOI: 10.1161/jaha.121.024296] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2021] [Accepted: 02/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Background Health state utility values are commonly used to provide summary measures of health-related quality of life in studies of stroke. Contemporaneous summaries are needed as a benchmark to contextualize future observational studies and inform the effectiveness of interventions aimed at improving post-stroke quality of life. Methods and Results We conducted a systematic search of the literature using Medline, EMBASE, and Web of Science from January 1995 until October 2020 using search terms for stroke, health-related quality of life, and indirect health utility metrics. We calculated pooled estimates of health utility values for EQ-5D-3L, EQ-5D-5L, AQoL, HUI2, HUI3, 15D, and SF-6D using random effects models. For the EQ-5D-3L we conducted stratified meta-analyses and meta-regression by key subgroups. We screened 14 251 abstracts and 111 studies met our inclusion criteria (sample size range 11 to 12 447). EQ-5D-3L was reported in 78% of studies (study n=87; patient n=56 976). The pooled estimate for EQ-5D-3L at ≥3 months following stroke was 0.65 (95% CI, 0.63-0.67), which was ≈20% below population norms. There was high heterogeneity (I2>90%) between studies, and estimates differed by study size, case definition of stroke, and country of study. Women, older individuals, those with hemorrhagic stroke, and patients prior to discharge had lower pooled EQ-5D-3L estimates. Conclusions Pooled estimates of health utility for stroke survivors were substantially below population averages. We provide reference values for health utility in stroke to support future clinical and economic studies and identify subgroups with lower healthy utility. Registration URL: https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/. Unique Identifier: CRD42020215942.
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- Raed A. Joundi
- Department of Clinical NeurosciencesUniversity of CalgaryAlbertaCanada
- Division of NeurologyHamilton Health SciencesMcMaster University & Population Health Research InstituteHamiltonOntarioCanada
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- University of British ColumbiaVancouverBritish ColumbiaCanada
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- Department of Community Health SciencesUniversity of CalgaryAlbertaCanada
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Liu H, Liu Y, Pan T, Fang Y, Fang G, Jiang X, Chen B, Wei Z, Gu S, Liu P, Fu W, Dong Z. Return to work after cell transplantation in patients with angiitis-induced critical limb ischaemia and factors related: a single-centre retrospective cohort study. Stem Cell Res Ther 2022; 13:139. [PMID: 35365238 PMCID: PMC8972707 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-022-02807-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2021] [Accepted: 12/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Angiitis-induced critical limb ischaemia (AICLI) patients, who are usually young and have a high amputation rate, always lose their ability to return to the labour force. Return to work (RTW) not only indicates patients’ physical health, showing that they could undertake the work, but also demonstrates their psychological well-being. While cell transplantation showed satisfactory efficacy in limb salvage, few studies of AICLI patients’ RTW after transplantation have been reported. Methods From May 2009 to May 2021, AICLI patients who underwent cell transplantation and completed no less than 12 months of follow-up were retrospectively enrolled. The primary endpoint was RTW. Patient demographics and characteristics of the ischaemic limbs were reviewed to analyse independent risk factors for RTW. Results A total of 171 AICLI patients (170 males) were enrolled with a mean age of 41.9 ± 9.6 years (range: 20–57 years). The 12-month and 24-month RTW cumulative rates were 69.4% (95% confidence interval [CI] 61.6–75.6%) and 70.1% (95% CI 62.3–76.2%), respectively. Age < 40 years (odds ratio [OR] 2.659, 95% CI 1.138–6.719) and preoperative occupation as a mental worker (OR 8.930, 95% CI 2.665–42.847) were identified as independent protective factors for RTW. Perioperative limb infection with ulcer or gangrene (OR 0.250, 95% CI 0.075–0.779) was identified as an independent risk factor. Conclusion AICLI patients who underwent cell transplantation usually had a satisfactory midterm RTW cumulative rate. AICLI patients < 40 years old with preoperative occupation as mental workers were more likely to return to work. Prevention of limb infection during the perioperative period is of great significance to RTW.
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- Hao Liu
- Department of Vascular Surgery of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 180 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 180 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 180 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 180 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 180 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 180 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 180 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Hematology of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 180 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Hematology of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 180 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Hematology of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 180 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 180 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, 180 Fenglin Road, Shanghai, 200032, China.
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Health-Related Quality of Life and Return to Work after Surgery for Spinal Meningioma: A Population-Based Cohort Study. Cancers (Basel) 2021; 13:cancers13246371. [PMID: 34944991 PMCID: PMC8699140 DOI: 10.3390/cancers13246371] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2021] [Revised: 12/08/2021] [Accepted: 12/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Simple Summary Spinal meningioma is the most common primary intradural spinal tumor. Although histologically benign, the tumors often cause neurological deficits. Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is defined as the aspects of quality of life which are most affected by ill health and is a measure of self-perceived health status. Despite many studies evaluating the neurological outcome after surgery for spinal meningiomas, no study has been concerned with the HRQoL and frequency of return to work. In this population-based cohort study, we reviewed 84 cases of surgically treated spinal meningiomas, with a mean follow-up of 8.7 years, to assess their HRQoL compared to a sample of the general population. We found that HRQoL after surgery was equal to the normal population, and the frequency of return to work was 100%, often within three months of surgery. Thus, surgical treatment of spinal meningiomas should not be considered a threat to long-term quality of life. Abstract Spinal meningiomas are the most common primary spinal intradural tumor. This study aimed to assess Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and the frequency of return to work in patients surgically treated for spinal meningiomas, in comparison to the general population. Variables were collected from patient charts, EQ-5D-3L, and study specific questionnaires. Patients who had been operated between 2005–2017 were identified in a previous study and those alive in 2020 (104 of 129) were asked to participate. Eighty-four patients (80.8%) with a mean follow-up of 8.7 years, responded and were included. Data was compared to the Stockholm Public Health Survey 2006, a cross-sectional survey of a representative sample of the general population. Analysis for potential non-response bias showed no significant differences. Women in the meningioma sample scored more problems than men with regards to mobility (p = 0.048). There were no significant differences concerning EQ-5Dindex (p = 0.325) or EQVAS (p = 0.116). The correlation between follow-up time and EQ-5Dindex was low (r = 0.167). When comparing HRQoL to the general population sample, no significant differences were found within the EQ-5D-3L dimensions, EQ-5Dindex or EQVAS. Those who postoperatively scored 3–5 on mMCs scored significantly more problems in the EQ-5D-3L dimension mobility (p = 0.023). Before surgery, 41 (48.8%) of the spinal meningioma patients were working and after surgery all returned to work, the majority within three months. Seventy-eight (96%) of the patients would accept surgery for the same diagnosis if asked today. We conclude that surgery for spinal meningiomas is associated with good long-term HRQoL and a high frequency of return to work.
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Kainz A, Meisinger C, Linseisen J, Kirchberger I, Zickler P, Naumann M, Ertl M. Changes of Health-Related Quality of Life Within the 1st Year After Stroke-Results From a Prospective Stroke Cohort Study. Front Neurol 2021; 12:715313. [PMID: 34671308 PMCID: PMC8520951 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2021.715313] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2021] [Accepted: 09/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Introduction: As prospective data on long-term patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) to assess Health related Quality of Life (HRQoL) after stroke are still scarce, this study examined the long-term course of PROMs and investigated influential factors such as recanalization therapies. Materials and Methods: A total of 945 (mean age 69 years; 56% male) stroke patients were enrolled with a personal interview and chart review performed at index event. One hundred forty (15%) patients received thrombolysis (IVT) and 53 (5%) patients received endovascular therapy (ET) or both treatments as bridging therapy (BT). After 3 and 12 months, a follow-up was conducted using a postal questionnaire including subjective quality of life EQ-5D-5L (European Quality of Life 5 Dimensions). At all time-points, Modified Rankin Scale (mRS) was additionally used to quantify functional stroke severity. Differences between therapy groups were identified using post-hoc-tests. Linear and logistic regression analyses were used to identify predictors of outcomes. Results: Recanalization therapies were associated with significant improvements of NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale [regression coefficient IVT 1.21 (p = 0.01) and ET/BT 7.6; p = 0.001] and mRS (modified Rankin Scale) [regression coefficient IVT 0.83; p = 0.001 and ET/BT 2.0; p = 0.001] between admission and discharge compared to patients with stroke unit therapy only, with a trend toward improvement of EQ-5D after 12 months [regression coefficient 4.67 (p = 0.17)] with IVT. HRQoL was considerably impaired by stroke and increased steadily in 3- and 12-months follow-up in patients with (mean EQ-5D from 56 to 68) and without recanalization therapy (mean EQ-5D from 62 to 68). In severe strokes a major and significant improvement was only detected during period of 3 to 12 months (p = 0.03 in patients with and p = 0.005 in patients without recanalization therapy). Conclusions: Despite significant and continuous improvements after stroke the HRQoL after 12 months remained below the age-matched general population, but was still unexpectedly high in view of the accumulation of permanent disabilities in up to 30% of the patients. Especially in severe strokes, it is important to evaluate HRQoL beyond a 3-months follow-up as improvements became significant only between 3 months and 1 year.
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- Anabelle Kainz
- Department of Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology, University Hospital Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
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- Chair of Epidemiology, University Augsburg, University Hospital Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany.,Independent Research Group Clinical Epidemiology, Helmholtz Zentrum München, German Research Center for Environmental Health, Neuherberg, Germany
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- Chair of Epidemiology, University Augsburg, University Hospital Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany.,Independent Research Group Clinical Epidemiology, Helmholtz Zentrum München, German Research Center for Environmental Health, Neuherberg, Germany
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- Chair of Epidemiology, University Augsburg, University Hospital Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany.,Independent Research Group Clinical Epidemiology, Helmholtz Zentrum München, German Research Center for Environmental Health, Neuherberg, Germany
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- Department of Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology, University Hospital Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
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- Department of Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology, University Hospital Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
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- Department of Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology, University Hospital Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
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Cain S, Churilov L, Collier JM, Carvalho LB, Borschmann K, Moodie M, Thijs V, Bernhardt J. Factors associated with paid employment 12 months after stroke in A Very Early Rehabilitation Trial (AVERT). Ann Phys Rehabil Med 2021; 65:101565. [PMID: 34325037 DOI: 10.1016/j.rehab.2021.101565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2021] [Revised: 05/17/2021] [Accepted: 06/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Returning to work is an important outcome for stroke survivors. OBJECTIVES This sub-study of a randomised controlled trial aimed to provide characteristics of working-age stroke participants and identify factors associated with return to work at 12 months. METHODS We used paid employment data collected as part of A Very Early Rehabilitation Trial (AVERT, n=2104), an international randomised controlled trial studying the effects of very early mobilisation after stroke at 56 acute stroke units across Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Malaysia and Singapore. For the present analysis, data for trial participants < 65 years old were included if they were working at the time of stroke and had complete 12-month return-to-work data. The primary outcome was 12-month return to paid work. Univariable and multivariable logistic regression analyses were conducted to determine the association of multiple factors with return to work. RESULTS In total, 376 AVERT participants met the inclusion criteria for this sub-study. By 12 months, 221 (59%) participants had returned to work at a median of 38 hr per week. Similar rates were found across geographic regions. On univariable analysis, the odds of returning to paid employment were increased with younger age (OR per year 0.95, 95%CI 0.92-0.97), no previous diabetes (0.4, 0.24-0.67), lower stroke severity (OR per National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale point 0.82, 0.78-0.86), less 3-month depressive traits (Irritability Depression Anxiety [IDA] scale) (OR per IDA point 0.87, 0.80-0.93), less 3-month disability (modified Rankin Scale), and prior full-time work (2.04, 1.23-3.38). On multivariable analysis, return to work remained associated with younger age (OR 0.94, 95%CI 0.91-0.98), lower stroke severity (0.92, 0.86-0.99), prior full-time work (2.33, 1.24-4.40), and less 3-month disability. CONCLUSIONS Return to work at 12 months after stroke was associated with young age, acute stroke severity, 3-month disability and full-time employment before stroke. Greater understanding of this topic could help in developing programs to support successful resumption of work post-stroke.
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- Stroke, Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, 245 Burgundy Street, Heidelberg, Victoria 3084, Australia
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- Stroke, Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, 245 Burgundy Street, Heidelberg, Victoria 3084, Australia
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- Stroke, Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, 245 Burgundy Street, Heidelberg, Victoria 3084, Australia
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- Deakin Health Economics, Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
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- Austin Health, Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia; Stroke, Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, 245 Burgundy Street, Heidelberg, Victoria 3084, Australia
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- Stroke, Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, 245 Burgundy Street, Heidelberg, Victoria 3084, Australia.
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Yousef HA, Khalil HW, Nazzal MS, El-Salem KI, Hawamdeh ZM, Almeida P. Prevalence and predictors of return to work among stroke survivors in Jordan. Work 2021; 67:817-827. [PMID: 33337400 DOI: 10.3233/wor-203334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Returning to work (RTW) is an essential goal for many stroke survivors. Currently, the prevalence of RTW post stroke in developing countries such as Jordan is unknown. Additionally, more research is required to identify factors that contribute to RTW post stroke. OBJECTIVES This study aims to (1) determine the prevalence of RTW among stroke survivors in Jordan, and (2) determine the predictors of RTW from a holistic perspective using the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (OTPF) 3rd edition. METHODS Recruitment was carried out from different Jordanian hospitals and rehabilitation centers. A complete battery of outcome measures was used to reflect OTPF domains. These included outcome measures of occupations, client factors, performance skills, and context and environment. Logistic regression was used to determine factors that predicted RTW. RESULTS 69 participants were enrolled; 45 Males, 24 females; mean age±SD, 52.2±11.07 years. Only 29% succeeded in RTW during the first year after stroke onset. The highest percentage of RTW was among craft workers (40% ), and those who were self-employed (60% ). Of those who resumed work, 35% returned to their previous work, while 65% needed to make work modifications, or change positions or jobs. Factors that predicted higher rates of RTW were walking speed (Odds ratio (OR)=0.004, 95% confidence interval (CI)=0.00-0.55, P < 0.02), as well as absence of environmental restrictions (OR = 21.16, 95% CI = 1.91-233.5, P < 0.013). CONCLUSIONS The alarming low prevalence of RTW among stroke survivors in Jordan emphasizes the essential need to develop vocational rehabilitation programs. Clinicians should pay attention to enhancing walking abilities and reducing environmental restrictions post stroke, in order to improve the occurrence of RTW.
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- Huda A Yousef
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Faculty of Medicine, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Alcoitao School of Health Sciences, Alcoitao, Portugal
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Ramazanu S, Lim Chiang VC, Valimaki M. The Experiences and Evaluation of a Complex Intervention for Couples Coping With Stroke. J Neurosci Nurs 2021; 53:18-23. [PMID: 33252412 DOI: 10.1097/jnn.0000000000000564] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Globally, stroke is a leading cause of death and disability. With a strong sense of filial responsibility, Asian caregivers are committed to caring for their ill family members. In response, the 3H (Head, Heart, Hands) intervention was developed and implemented in Singapore to support couples in their coping after a stroke. The purpose of this study is to explore the experiences of the participants taking part in the 3H intervention and evaluate the intervention after they had participated in it. METHODS: An interpretive descriptive design was used. Semistructured qualitative interviews were conducted with 7 patients and 7 spousal caregivers. Data were analyzed using conventional content analysis. RESULTS: The participants' experience was described as one of becoming more prepared to face the storm. The "storm" resulted from a stroke, where the participants were worried and uncertain about their future. After participating in the intervention, the couples' coping processes had improved. They coped by breaking the silence and engaging in conversations, cultivating a sense of support, and conveniently fulfilling their educational needs. It was evaluated that extending the 3H intervention for community nursing is necessary to strengthen the care transition of couples from the hospital to home. CONCLUSION: New knowledge has been gained that the 3H intervention is useful and may be implemented in a clinical context before a patient's discharge from hospital. As a result of participating in the 3H intervention, effective coping was evident where participants engaged in conversations, cultivated a sense of support, and fulfilled their educational needs. Primary healthcare professionals should pay more attention to the difficulties and needs of this group of people, provide more resources to support them, and improve their quality of life.
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MORADI V, MAFI H, SHARIAT A, CLELAND JA, NAKHOSTIN ANSARI N, SAVARI S. Neurorehabilitation, the Practical Method of Returning to Work after Stroke. IRANIAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 50:209-210. [PMID: 34178784 PMCID: PMC8213633 DOI: 10.18502/ijph.v50i1.5092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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- Vahide MORADI
- Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Motor Behavior, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Science, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Sports Medicine Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Corresponding Author:
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, School of Medicine, Tufts University, Boston, USA
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- Sports Medicine Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Physiotherapy, School of Rehabilitation, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Motor Behavior, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Science, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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Nilsson AÖ, Johansson U, Ekbladh E, Bernspång B, Hellman T, Eriksson G. Work Potential and Work Performance during the First Try-Out of the Person-Centred Return to Work Rehabilitation Programme ReWork-Stroke: A Case Study. Healthcare (Basel) 2020; 8:healthcare8040454. [PMID: 33147864 PMCID: PMC7711447 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare8040454] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2020] [Revised: 10/30/2020] [Accepted: 10/31/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND This case study explores changes in work potential and work performance for ten people who worked before their stroke while participating in the ReWork-Stroke programme. It describes measures performed by the occupational therapists to enhance work potential and work performance and the participants' level of work re-entry nine months after the start of their work trial. METHODS Ten people who had experienced a mild or moderate stroke participated. Changes were assessed using the Worker Role Interview and the Assessment of Work Performance. Logbooks relating to work potential and work performance were analysed using content analysis. RESULTS The participants' work potential was in general supportive to returning to work at baseline and remained so at the three-month follow-up. Most changes occurred in the environmental factors regarding the participants' belief that adaptations at the workplace would make re-entry possible. Changes concerning work performance were predominately in a positive direction. Seven of the participants returned to paid work. CONCLUSION The ReWork-Stroke programme seems promising for promoting changes in work potential, work performance, and return to paid work. However, further studies are needed to evaluate changes in work potential and work performance and the programme's effectiveness for increasing work re-entry for people who have had stroke.
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- Annika Öst Nilsson
- Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Division of Occupational Therapy, Karolinska Institutet, 14152 Huddinge, Sweden; (A.Ö.N.); (U.J.); (G.E.)
- Centre for Research & Development, Uppsala University/Region Gävleborg, 80188 Gävle, Sweden
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- Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Division of Occupational Therapy, Karolinska Institutet, 14152 Huddinge, Sweden; (A.Ö.N.); (U.J.); (G.E.)
- Centre for Research & Development, Uppsala University/Region Gävleborg, 80188 Gävle, Sweden
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- Department of Health, Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, 58183 Linköping, Sweden;
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- Department of Community Medicine and Rehabilitation, Umeå University, 90187 Umeå, Sweden;
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- Department of Medical Sciences, Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Uppsala University, 75124 Uppsala, Sweden
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Division of Occupational Therapy, Karolinska Institutet, 14152 Huddinge, Sweden; (A.Ö.N.); (U.J.); (G.E.)
- Department of Neuroscience, Rehabilitation Medicine, Uppsala University, 75185 Uppsala, Sweden
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Perumparaichallai RK, Lewin RK, Klonoff PS. Community reintegration following holistic milieu-oriented neurorehabilitation up to 30 years post-discharge. NeuroRehabilitation 2020; 46:243-253. [PMID: 32083599 DOI: 10.3233/nre-192968] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND The primary goal of neurorehabilitation for individuals with acquired brain injury (ABI) is successful community reintegration, which commonly focuses on home independence, productivity, and social engagement. Previous research has demonstrated that holistic treatment approaches have better long-term outcomes than other treatment approaches. Holistic approaches go beyond the fundamental components of neurorehabilitation and address metacognition and self-awareness, as well as interpersonal and functional skills. OBJECTIVES The present study aimed to examine community reintegration of individuals with ABI who completed holistic milieu-oriented neurorehabilitation at the Center for Transitional Neuro-Rehabilitation (CTN), Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI) at up to 30-years post-discharge. We evaluated (a) functional independence, (b) productivity and driving status, and (c) psychosocial profiles of the brain injury survivors. METHOD Participants included 107 individuals with ABI with heterogeneous etiologies who attended holistic milieu-oriented neurorehabilitation between 1986 and 2016. These participants completed the Mayo-Portland Adaptability Inventory-4 (MPAI-4) and a long-term outcome questionnaire (LOQ) specifically developed for this study. RESULTS The results demonstrate that 89% of participants were productive at up to 30 years post-discharge (73% engaged in competitive work and/or school) after excluding the retired participants. Almost all of the participants who were engaged in work and/or school reported using compensatory strategies on a long-term basis. Furthermore, only 14% out of 102 study participants were driving at the time of program admission; whereas 58% out of 96 were driving at the time of discharge; and impressively, 70% out of 107 participants were driving at the time of follow-up. Regression analyses revealed that older age at the time of injury, shorter duration between injury and treatment, and better functionality indicated by lower MPAI-4 Ability Index scores significantly predicted a return to driving status at the time of study participation. Psychosocial data from the LOQ revealed positive findings with respect to patients' marital status, living situation, income, and quality of social life. CONCLUSION The findings from this study suggest that functional gains made during holistic neurorehabilitation have enduring effects and that patients can benefit highly from holistic milieu therapy beyond the early post-acute phases of their recovery. Additionally, they provide evidence that there is potential to return to driving, years after treatment completion.Our holistic milieu treatment approach addressing metacognition, self-awareness, social and coping skills training, and actively transitioning to community settings, is thought to have contributed to the exceptional and long-lasting outcomes in this study.
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- Center for Transitional Neuro-Rehabilitation, Barrow Neurological Institute/St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, USA.,Department of Psychology, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN, USA
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- Center for Transitional Neuro-Rehabilitation, Barrow Neurological Institute/St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Differences in self-perceived general health, pain, and depression 1 to 5 years post-stroke related to work status at 1 year. Sci Rep 2020; 10:13251. [PMID: 32764611 PMCID: PMC7413535 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-70228-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2020] [Accepted: 07/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Stroke is one of the most common diseases and has several potential consequences, such as psychological problems and pain. Return to work (RTW) after stroke in working-age individuals is incomplete. The present study aimed to investigate differences in self-perceived general health, pain, and depression between 1 and 5 years post-stroke related to RTW status. The study was nationwide, registry-based and the study population (n = 398) consisted of working-age people who had a stroke in 2011 and participated in 1-year and 5-year follow-up questionnaire surveys. Shift analyses with the Wilcoxon signed rank test and logistic regression were used. RTW within the first year post-stroke was associated with better self-perceived general health, less pain, and less depression both at 1 and 5 years post-stroke, compared with the no-RTW group. However, the RTW group had significant deterioration in general health and pain between 1 and 5 years, while the no-RTW group had no significant change. RTW was a significant predictor of lower odds of improvement in general health and pain between 1 and 5 years. This emphasizes the need for continued follow-up and support to ensure a balance between work and health for RTW individuals after stroke.
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Duong PK, Egan MY, Meyer MJ, Morrison TL. Intention to Return to Work after Stroke Following Rehabilitation in Ontario. Can J Occup Ther 2020; 87:221-226. [DOI: 10.1177/0008417420905706] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Background. Returning to work is important for many people following stroke. An estimate of the prevalence of people intending to return to work post-stroke would be helpful in planning services supporting work reintegration. Purpose. This study examined the prevalence of intention to return to work after discharge among stroke rehabilitation inpatients. Methods. We performed secondary analysis of National Rehabilitation Reporting System data for all stroke rehabilitation inpatients across Ontario (2012–2017). Intention to return to work was examined by gender, age, and level of disability. Findings. Among 25,691 stroke rehabilitation inpatients, 4,668 (18.2%) were employed pre-stroke and 2,039 (43.7%) of them intended to return to work. Intention to return to work was somewhat higher among younger and middle-aged stroke survivors and those with mild disability. Implications. Providers and planners should be aware that almost half of previously employed stroke-rehabilitation inpatients may be seeking services to assist with return to work.
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Shimonaga K, Hama S, Tsuji T, Yoshimura K, Nishino S, Yanagawa A, Soh Z, Matsushige T, Mizoue T, Onoda K, Yamashita H, Yamawaki S, Kurisu K. The right hemisphere is important for driving-related cognitive function after stroke. Neurosurg Rev 2020; 44:977-985. [PMID: 32162124 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-020-01272-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2019] [Revised: 02/01/2020] [Accepted: 02/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Considering quality of life (QOL) after stroke, car driving is one of the most important abilities for returning to the community. In this study, directed attention and sustained attention, which are thought to be crucial for driving, were examined. Identification of specific brain structure abnormalities associated with post-stroke cognitive dysfunction related to driving ability would help in determining fitness for car driving after stroke. Magnetic resonance imaging was performed in 57 post-stroke patients (51 men; mean age, 63 ± 11 years) who were assessed for attention deficit using a standardized test (the Clinical Assessment for Attention, CAT), which includes a Continuous Performance Test (CPT)-simple version (CPT-SRT), the Behavioral Inattention Test (BIT), and a driving simulator (handle task for dividing attention, and simple and selective reaction times for sustained attention). A statistical non-parametric map (SnPM) that displayed the association between lesion location and cognitive function for car driving was created. From the SnPM analysis, the overlay plots were localized to the right hemisphere during handling the hit task for bilateral sides (left hemisphere damage related to right-side neglect and right hemisphere damage related to left-side neglect) and during simple and selective reaction times (false recognition was related to damage of both hemispheres). A stepwise multiple linear regression analysis confirmed the importance of both hemispheres, especially the right hemisphere, for cognitive function and car driving ability. The present study demonstrated that the right hemisphere has a crucial role for maintaining directed attention and sustained attention, which maintain car driving ability, improving QOL for stroke survivors.
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- Koji Shimonaga
- Department of Neurosurgery, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, 734-8551, Japan.,Department of Neurosurgery and Interventional Neuroradiology, Hiroshima City Asa Citizens Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, 734-8551, Japan. .,Department of Rehabilitation, Hibino Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan.
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- Graduate School of Engineering, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Graduate School of Engineering, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, 734-8551, Japan.,Department of Rehabilitation, Hibino Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Graduate School of Engineering, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, 734-8551, Japan.,Department of Neurosurgery and Interventional Neuroradiology, Hiroshima City Asa Citizens Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery and Interventional Neuroradiology, Hiroshima City Asa Citizens Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Neurology, Shimane University, Matsue, Shimane, Japan
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- Department of Psychiatry and Neuroscience, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Science, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Center for Brain, Mind and KANSEI Sciences Research, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, 734-8551, Japan
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Matérne M, Strandberg T, Lundqvist LO. Risk Markers for Not Returning to Work Among Patients with Acquired Brain Injury: A Population-Based Register Study. JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL REHABILITATION 2019; 29:728-739. [PMID: 30830502 PMCID: PMC6838038 DOI: 10.1007/s10926-019-09833-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Purpose The aim of this study is to investigate person-related, injury-related, activity-related and rehabilitation-related risk markers for not return to work among patients with acquired brain injury (ABI). Methods Retrospective data from the Quality register, WebRehab Sweden, on an ABI cohort of 2008 patients, was divided into two groups: those who had returned to work (n = 690) and those who had not returned to work (n = 1318) within a year of the injury. Results Risk ratio analyses showed that several factors were risk markers for not returning to work: personal factors, including being a woman, being born outside of Sweden, having a low education level, and not having children in the household; injury-related factors, including long hospital stay (over 2 months), aphasia, low motor function, low cognitive function, high pain/discomfort, and high anxiety/depression; activity-related factors, including low function in self-care, inability to perform usual activities, and not having a driver's license; and rehabilitation-related factors, including being dissatisfied with the rehabilitation process and the attentiveness of the staff having limited influence over the rehabilitation plan, or not having a rehabilitation plan at all. Conclusion Several factors in different aspects of life were risk markers for not returning to work among patients with ABI. This suggests that rehabilitation and interventions need to address not only direct injury-related issues, but also person-related, activity-related, and rehabilitation-related factors in order to increase the patient's opportunities to return to work.
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- Marie Matérne
- University Health Care Research Center, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden.
- The Swedish Institute for Disability Research, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden.
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- School of Law, Psychology and Social Work, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
- The Swedish Institute for Disability Research, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
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- University Health Care Research Center, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
- School of Law, Psychology and Social Work, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
- The Swedish Institute for Disability Research, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
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Scholten EWM, Hillebregt CF, Ketelaar M, Visser-Meily JMA, Post MWM. Measures used to assess impact of providing care among informal caregivers of persons with stroke, spinal cord injury, or amputation: a systematic review. Disabil Rehabil 2019; 43:746-772. [PMID: 31366259 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2019.1641847] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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PURPOSE (1) To identify measures used to evaluate the impact of caregiving among caregivers of persons with stroke, spinal cord injury, and amputation; and (2) to systematically evaluate their clinimetric properties reported in validation studies. MATERIALS AND METHODS Two separate systematic reviews (Embase, PsycINFO, CINAHL, Pubmed/Medline) were conducted. COSMIN guidelines were used to assess clinimetric properties and methodological quality of studies. RESULTS (1) 154 studies published between 2008 and May 2019 were included, in which 48 measures were used, mostly describing negative impact. Thirty measures were used only once and not further described. (2) In general, structural validity, internal consistency, and hypothesis testing were often investigated. Reliability, cross-cultural and criterion validity to a lesser extent, and scale development and content validity were rarely described. Tests of measurement error and responsiveness were exceptional. Most supporting evidence was found for the Zarit Burden Interview Short Form, Caregiver Burden Scale and Positive Aspects of Caregiving Questionnaire. CONCLUSIONS There is a wide variety of impact of caregiving measures. The present study provided a detailed overview of what is known about clinimetric characteristics of 18 different measures repeatedly used in research. The overview provides clinicians a guidance of appropriate measure selection. PROSPERO REGISTRATION CRD42018094796IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONClinicians should be aware that information about measure development and clinimetric properties for most measures used to assess impact of informal caregiving is incomplete.Most supporting evidence was found for the Zarit Burden Interview Short Form, Caregiver Burden Scale and Positive Aspects of Caregiving Questionnaire.This overview of clinimetric properties provides clinicians guidance for selection of an appropriate measure.
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- Eline W M Scholten
- Center of Excellence for Rehabilitation Medicine, UMC Utrecht Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, and De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Center of Excellence for Rehabilitation Medicine, UMC Utrecht Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, and De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Center of Excellence for Rehabilitation Medicine, UMC Utrecht Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, and De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Center of Excellence for Rehabilitation Medicine, UMC Utrecht Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, and De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, Utrecht, The Netherlands.,Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science & Sports, UMCU Utrecht Brain Center, University Medical Center, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Center of Excellence for Rehabilitation Medicine, UMC Utrecht Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, and De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, Utrecht, The Netherlands.,University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Center for Rehabilitation, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Groningen, The Netherlands
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Duong P, Sauvé-Schenk K, Egan MY, Meyer MJ, Morrison T. Operational Definitions and Estimates of Return to Work Poststroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2019; 100:1140-1152. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2018.09.121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2018] [Revised: 09/13/2018] [Accepted: 09/19/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Westerlind E, Persson HC, Törnbom K, Sunnerhagen KS. Return to work predicts perceived participation and autonomy by individuals with stroke. Disabil Rehabil 2019; 42:3673-3678. [PMID: 31068023 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2019.1608324] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Purpose: Participation in activities of everyday life is seen as main goal of rehabilitation after a stroke and return to work is an important factor to consider for the substantial number of persons having a stroke at working age. The current study aims to investigate whether returning to work would predict self-perceived participation and autonomy in everyday life after a stroke, from a long-term perspective.Materials and methods: Persons with first-ever stroke at age 18-63 years in 2009-2010, Gothenburg, were included. As 5-year follow-up, the Impact on Participation and Autonomy questionnaire was sent out, investigating self-perceived participation/autonomy in five levels, and work status was investigated from national sick-absence registers. Prediction of work on participation/autonomy was investigated with logistic regression.Results: A total of 109 participants (49%) responded to the questionnaire. The majority (69-94%) perceived very good participation/autonomy in all domains and 59% were working 5 years after stroke. Working was a significant predictor of high participation/autonomy in all domains of the questionnaire.Conclusions: Being able to return to work after a stroke seems to be important for self-perceived participation/autonomy. This emphasizes the importance of work-oriented information and rehabilitation after a stroke at working age.Implications for rehabilitationThe current study shows that the majority report high self-perceived participation and autonomy in everyday life and 59% are working 5 years after a stroke in working age.To work 5 years after a stroke was a significant predictor for self-perceived participation and autonomy in everyday life.Since stroke is becoming more common among working age persons and work seem important for perceived participation and autonomy, to optimize the return to work by for instance work-oriented information and vocational rehabilitation is important.
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- Emma Westerlind
- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Centre for Person-Centred Care (GPCC), Institute of Health and Care Sciences, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Öst Nilsson A, Eriksson G, Asaba E, Johansson U, Hellman T. Being a co-worker or a manager of a colleague returning to work after stroke: A challenge facilitated by cooperation and flexibility. Scand J Occup Ther 2019; 27:213-222. [DOI: 10.1080/11038128.2018.1526318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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- Annika Öst Nilsson
- Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Division of Occupational Therapy, Karolinska Institutet, Huddinge, Sweden
- Centre for Research & Development, Uppsala University/Region of Gävleborg, Gävle, Sweden
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- Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Division of Occupational Therapy, Karolinska Institutet, Huddinge, Sweden
- Department of Neuroscience, Rehabilitation Medicine, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Division of Occupational Therapy, Karolinska Institutet, Huddinge, Sweden
- Unit for Research, Education and Development, Stockholm Sjukhem Foundation, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Healthcare Sciences, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Centre for Research & Development, Uppsala University/Region of Gävleborg, Gävle, Sweden
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- Department of Medical Sciences, Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
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Despite improvements in the treatment of stroke, many individuals still face cognitive, emotional, and physical impairments. Stroke is a leading cause of serious long-term disability and subsequent failure to return to work (RTW). The purpose of this literature review was to synthesize and discuss the literature relevant to factors affecting RTW for stroke survivors, summarize the identified gaps, and discuss steps occupational health nurses can take to facilitate RTW among stroke survivors. A literature search was conducted using the keywords: “stroke,” “cerebrovascular disease,” “return to work,” and “employment.” After excluding articles based on inclusion/exclusion criteria, 19 quantitative research articles were reviewed. Consistent themes found in the literature affecting RTW following stroke included physical, social, and cognitive factors. One of the most consistent predictors of RTW found was stroke severity. Individuals who experienced a mild to moderate stroke, those of Caucasian ethnicity, and higher socioeconomic levels were more likely to RTW. Findings suggest the importance of future studies to examine factors among African American stroke survivors that predict RTW and the role of occupational health nurses.
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Matérne M, Strandberg T, Lundqvist LO. Change in quality of life in relation to returning to work after acquired brain injury: a population-based register study. Brain Inj 2018; 32:1731-1739. [DOI: 10.1080/02699052.2018.1517224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Marie Matérne
- University Health Care Research Center, Region Örebro County, Örebro, Sweden
- The Swedish Institute for Disability Research, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
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- School of Law, Psychology and Social Work, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
- The Swedish Institute for Disability Research, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
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- University Health Care Research Center, Region Örebro County, Örebro, Sweden
- School of Law, Psychology and Social Work, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
- The Swedish Institute for Disability Research, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
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de Wit M, Wind H, Hulshof CTJ, Frings-Dresen MHW. Person-related factors associated with work participation in employees with health problems: a systematic review. Int Arch Occup Environ Health 2018; 91:497-512. [PMID: 29700608 PMCID: PMC6002456 DOI: 10.1007/s00420-018-1308-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2017] [Accepted: 04/18/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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PURPOSE The objective of this systematic review was to explore and provide systematically assessed information about the association between person-related factors and work participation of people with health problems. The research question was: what is the association between selected person-related factors and work participation of workers with health problems? METHODS A systematic review was carried out in PubMed and PsycINFO to search for original papers published between January 2007 and February 2017. The risk of bias of the studies included was assessed using quality assessment tools from the Joanna Briggs Institute. The quality of evidence was assessed using the GRADE framework for prognostic studies. RESULTS In total, 113 studies were included, all of which addressed the association between person-related factors and work participation. The factors positively associated with work participation were positive expectations regarding recovery or return to work, optimism, self-efficacy, motivation, feelings of control, and perceived health. The factors negatively associated with work participation were fear-avoidance beliefs, perceived work-relatedness of the health problem, and catastrophizing. Different coping strategies had a negative or a positive relationship with work participation. CONCLUSIONS The results of this review provide more insight into the associations between different cognitions and perceptions and work participation. The results of this study suggest that person-related factors should be considered by occupational- and insurance physicians when they diagnose, evaluate or provide treatment to employees. Further research is required to determine how these physicians could obtain and apply such information and whether its application leads to a better quality of care.
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- Mariska de Wit
- Department Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Public Health research institute, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Department Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Public Health research institute, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Public Health research institute, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Public Health research institute, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Groeneveld IF, Arwert HJ, Goossens PH, Vliet Vlieland TPM. The Longer-term Unmet Needs after Stroke Questionnaire: Cross-Cultural Adaptation, Reliability, and Concurrent Validity in a Dutch Population. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis 2017; 27:267-275. [PMID: 28967592 DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2017.08.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2017] [Revised: 08/15/2017] [Accepted: 08/26/2017] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Unmet needs are common after stroke. We aimed to translate the 22-item Longer-term Unmet Needs after Stroke (LUNS) Questionnaire and validate it in a Dutch stroke population. METHODS The LUNS was translated and cross-culturally adapted according to international guidelines. After field testing, the Dutch version was administered twice to a hospital-based cohort 5-8 years after stroke. Participants were also asked to complete the Frenchay Activity Index (FAI) and Short Form (SF)-12. To explore acceptability, the response and completion rates as well as number of missing items were computed. For concurrent validity, the differences in health status (FAI, SF-12) between groups who did and did not report an unmet need were calculated per item. To determine the 14-day test-retest reliability, the percentage of agreement between the first and the second administration was calculated for each item. RESULTS Seventy-eight of 145 patients (53.8%) returned the initial Dutch LUNS (average age 68.3 [standard deviation 14.0] years, 59.0% male); 66 of these patients (84.6%) fully completed it. Of all items, 3.3% were missing. Among completers, the median number of unmet needs was 3.5 (2.0-5.0; 1.0-14.0). For 15 of 22 items, there was a significant association with the FAI or SF-12 Mental or Physical Component Summary scales. The percentage of agreement ranged from 69.8% to 98.1% per item. CONCLUSIONS Among the 53.8% who completed the survey, the LUNS was concluded to be feasible, reliable, and valid; two-thirds of its items were related to activities and quality of life. Its usefulness and acceptability when administered in routine practice require further study.
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- Iris F Groeneveld
- Sophia Rehabilitation, Den Haag, The Netherlands; Rijnlands Rehabilitation Center, Leiden, The Netherlands; Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands.
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- Sophia Rehabilitation, Den Haag, The Netherlands; Haaglanden Medical Center, Den Haag, The Netherlands
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- Rijnlands Rehabilitation Center, Leiden, The Netherlands; Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Sophia Rehabilitation, Den Haag, The Netherlands; Rijnlands Rehabilitation Center, Leiden, The Netherlands; Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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van der Kemp J, Kruithof WJ, Nijboer TCW, van Bennekom CAM, van Heugten C, Visser-Meily JMA. Return to work after mild-to-moderate stroke: work satisfaction and predictive factors. Neuropsychol Rehabil 2017; 29:638-653. [DOI: 10.1080/09602011.2017.1313746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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- Jet van der Kemp
- Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science & Sports, Brain Centre Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science & Sports, Brain Centre Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science & Sports, Brain Centre Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- Department of Experimental Psychology, Helmholtz Institute, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Research and Development, Heliomare Rehabilitation Centre, Wijk aan Zee, the Netherlands
- Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Centre, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Psychiatry and Neuropsychology, School for Mental Health and Neuroscience, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, the Netherlands
- Department of Neuropsychology and Psychopharmacology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science & Sports, Brain Centre Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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