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Al-Ajlouni YA, Tanashat M, Basheer AA, Al Ta'ani O, Alhuneafat L, Deepak F, Bilgin-Badur N, Etienne M. Exploring Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation in the Middle East and North Africa Region: A Narrative Review of Challenges and Opportunities. Curr Probl Cardiol 2024:102829. [PMID: 39222832 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpcardiol.2024.102829] [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: 08/23/2024] [Accepted: 08/24/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (CR) is crucial for managing conditions like congestive heart failure (CHF), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and post-COVID-19 complications. This review examines CR practices in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, exploring challenges, disparities, and emerging trends. METHODS A comprehensive literature search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science to identify studies published between date of inception and April 24th, 2024, focusing on CR programs, outcomes, challenges, and strategies specific to the MENA region. Data extraction included study design, population characteristics, CR interventions, and key findings. RESULTS CR programs in the MENA region vary widely in scope and execution. While efforts are underway to integrate CR services into national healthcare policies, significant challenges persist, including limited infrastructure, shortages of trained professionals, and cultural barriers. Emerging trends include the use of telehealth and digital monitoring tools to expand access to CR services and policy reforms aimed at improving service delivery and patient access. CONCLUSION CR plays a crucial role in improving the quality of life and health outcomes for cardiopulmonary patients, including those in the MENA region. However, significant challenges hinder the widespread adoption and effectiveness of CR programs. Addressing these challenges requires efforts to increase public education, reduce costs, expand funding, and enhance interprofessional collaboration. Future research should assess virtual rehabilitation, cultural adjustments, and long-term outcomes to tailor interventions to MENA's needs, ultimately enhancing CR accessibility and patient outcomes.
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- Yazan A Al-Ajlouni
- Department of Rehabilitation, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY, USA; New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY, USA.
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- Department of Physical Therapy for Musculoskeletal Disorders, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Beni Suef University, Beni Suef Governorate, Egypt
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- Division of Cardiovascular Disease, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan
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Huynh E, Wiley E, Park S, Sakakibara BM, Tang A. Examining the association between balance self-efficacy and virtual balance performance in individuals with stroke: a cross-sectional study. Top Stroke Rehabil 2024:1-9. [PMID: 38785298 DOI: 10.1080/10749357.2024.2356407] [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: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 04/27/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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BACKGROUND Balance self-efficacy is a strong predictor of fall risk after stroke and is related to performance on balance and walking tests. The use of telerehabilitation for delivering stroke rehabilitation has increased in recent years and there is a need to adapt common clinical assessments to be administered in virtual formats, but the association between balance self-efficacy and virtually administered clinical tests of balance performance has yet to be established. This study examined the association between the Activities-specific Balance Confidence (ABC) Scale and virtually administered Timed Up and Go (TUG), Tandem Stand, and Functional Reach tests (FRT) in individuals with stroke. METHODS This was a secondary analysis of baseline data from two telerehabilitation trials with individuals with stroke. All assessments were administered by trained physical therapists through videoconferencing software. Multivariate regression analyses were used to examine the associations between the ABC scale and TUG test, Tandem Stand test, and FRT, adjusted for age and number of comorbidities. RESULTS Data from 51 participants (n = 11 female, median age = 64 [IQR: 18] years, 9.3 ± 4.6 months poststroke) were analyzed. The ABC scores were associated with TUG (R2 = 0.56, F(3,47) = 20.26, p < 0.01), but not Tandem Stand (R2 = 0.18, F(5,45) = 1.93, p = 0.11) or FRT (R2 = 0.14, F(3,47) = 2.55, p = 0.07) tests. CONCLUSION We observed associations between the ABC scores and virtual TUG, but not with Tandem Stand or FRT, which may be attributed to the context-specificity of balance self-efficacy. As virtual administration of outcomes assessments becomes part of common practice in stroke rehabilitation, our study supports the use of virtually administered TUG in stroke.
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- Eric Huynh
- School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada
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- Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management, Faculty of Medicine, The University of British Columbia, Kelowna, Canada
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- Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management, Faculty of Medicine, The University of British Columbia, Kelowna, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada
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Chouliara N, Cameron T, Ballard-Ridley S, Fisher RJ, Kettlewell J, Kidd L, Luxton L, Pomeroy V, Stockley RC, Thomas S, Gordon AL. Investigating the Implementation of Community-Based Stroke Telerehabilitation in England; A Realist Synthesis Study Protocol. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:1027. [PMID: 38786437 PMCID: PMC11120767 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12101027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2024] [Revised: 05/07/2024] [Accepted: 05/13/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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Telerehabilitation (TR) shows promise as a method of remote service delivery, yet there is little guidance to inform implementation in the context of the National Health Service (NHS) in England. This paper presents the protocol for a realist synthesis study aiming to investigate how TR can be implemented to support the provision of high-quality, equitable community-based stroke rehabilitation, and under what conditions. Using a realist approach, we will synthesise information from (1) an evidence review, (2) qualitative interviews with clinicians (n ≤ 30), and patient-family carer dyads (n ≤ 60) from three purposively selected community stroke rehabilitation services in England. Working groups including rehabilitation professionals, service-users and policy-makers will co-develop actionable recommendations. Insights from the review and the interviews will be synthesised to test and refine programme theories that explain how TR works and for whom in clinical practice, and draw key messages for service implementation. This protocol highlights the need to improve our understanding of TR implementation in the context of multidisciplinary, community-based stroke service provision. We suggest the use of a realist methodology and co-production to inform evidence-based recommendations that consider the needs and priorities of clinicians and people affected by stroke.
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- Niki Chouliara
- School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2TU, UK; (T.C.); (J.K.); (S.T.); (A.L.G.)
- NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) East Midlands, Nottingham NG7 2TU, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2TU, UK; (T.C.); (J.K.); (S.T.); (A.L.G.)
- NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) East Midlands, Nottingham NG7 2TU, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2TU, UK; (T.C.); (J.K.); (S.T.); (A.L.G.)
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- Department of Nursing and Community Health, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow G4 0BA, UK;
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- Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust, Northampton NN1 5BD, UK;
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- School of Health Sciences, University of East Anglia, Norwich NR4 7TJ, UK;
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Central Lancashire, Lancashire PR1 2HE, UK;
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- School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2TU, UK; (T.C.); (J.K.); (S.T.); (A.L.G.)
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- School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2TU, UK; (T.C.); (J.K.); (S.T.); (A.L.G.)
- NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) East Midlands, Nottingham NG7 2TU, UK
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Chen CH, Ganesh A. Remote Ischemic Conditioning in Stroke Recovery. Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am 2024; 35:319-338. [PMID: 38514221 DOI: 10.1016/j.pmr.2023.06.006] [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] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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Remote ischemic conditioning (RIC) is a therapeutic strategy to protect a vital organ like the brain from ischemic injury through brief and repeat cycles of ischemia and reperfusion in remote body parts such as arm or leg. RIC has been applied in different aspects of the stroke field and has shown promise. This narrative review will provide an overview of how to implement RIC in stroke patients, summarize the clinical evidence of RIC on stroke recovery, and discuss unresolved questions and future study directions.
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- Chih-Hao Chen
- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, HMRB Room 103, 3280 Hospital Drive, NW Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 4Z6; Department of Neurology, National Taiwan University Hospital, No.1, Changde Street, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City 100229, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, HMRB Room 103, 3280 Hospital Drive, NW Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 4Z6.
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Zampolini M, Oral A, Barotsis N, Aguiar Branco C, Burger H, Capodaglio P, Dincer F, Giustini A, Hu X, Irgens I, Negrini S, Tederko P, Treger I, Kiekens C. Evidence-based position paper on Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) professional practice on telerehabilitation. The European PRM position (UEMS PRM Section). Eur J Phys Rehabil Med 2024; 60:165-181. [PMID: 38477069 PMCID: PMC11135123 DOI: 10.23736/s1973-9087.24.08396-5] [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: 01/01/2024] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
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INTRODUCTION The evidence on the utility and effectiveness of rehabilitation interventions delivered via telerehabilitation is growing rapidly. Telerehabilitation is expected to have a key role in rehabilitation in the future. AIM The aim of this evidence-based position paper (EBPP) is to improve PRM physicians' professional practice in telerehabilitation to be delivered to improve functioning and to reduce activity limitations and/or participation restrictions in individuals with a variety of disabling health conditions. METHODS To produce recommendations for PRM physicians on telerehabilitation, a systematic review of the literature and a consensus procedure by means of a Delphi process have been performed involving the delegates of all European countries represented in the UEMS PRM Section. RESULTS The systematic literature review is reported together with the 32 recommendations resulting from the Delphi procedure. CONCLUSIONS It is recommended that PRM physicians deliver rehabilitation services remotely, via digital means or using communication technologies to eligible individuals, whenever required and feasible in a variety of health conditions in favor of the patient and his/her family, based on evidence of effectiveness and in compliance with relevant regulations. This EBPP represents the official position of the European Union through the UEMS PRM Section and designates the professional role of PRM physicians in telerehabilitation.
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University, Istanbul, Türkiye -
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- Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Hospital of Entre o Douro e Vouga E.P.E., Porto, Portugal
- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- University Rehabilitation Institute of the Republic of Slovenia, Ljubljana, Slovenia
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Orthopedic Rehabilitation Unit and Research Lab in Biomechanics, Rehabilitation and Ergonomics, San Giuseppe Hospital, Istituto Auxologico Italiano, IRCCS, Verbania, Italy
- Department of Surgical Sciences, Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Türkiye
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- Department of Community Medicine and Rehabilitation, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
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- Department of Research, Sunnaas Rehabilitation Hospital, Nesoddtangen, Norway
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University "La Statale", Milan, Italy
- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Center of Postgraduate Medical Education, Otwock, Poland
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer-Sheva, Israel
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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Dos Santos RB, Lin J, Badwal A, Singh H, Jaglal SB, Sperling C, Salbach NM. Evaluations of virtual exercise programmes for adults with mobility limitations: a scoping review protocol incorporating an equity lens to inform the development of strategies to optimise participation of under-represented groups. BMJ Open 2024; 14:e077961. [PMID: 38453193 PMCID: PMC10921544 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-077961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 03/09/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION For individuals with mobility limitations, virtual exercise programmes can address the challenges of in-person participation in community exercise programmes. A synthesis of studies of virtual exercise programmes targeting mobility limitations provided outside of conventional rehabilitation services and strategies used to optimise equitable access and inclusivity in these programmes is lacking. We aim to characterise evaluations of virtual exercise programmes for adults with mobility limitations, and the nature of and extent to which equity, diversity and inclusion considerations are integrated in the research process. METHODS AND ANALYSIS A scoping review following a six-stage methodological framework, including a consultation exercise, is proposed. A comprehensive strategy will be used to search Medline, Embase, PEDro, CINAHL and Scopus to identify peer-reviewed studies evaluating virtual exercise programmes for adults with mobility limitations living in the community. Three trained reviewers will select studies independently. Data (eg, study methodology, programme structure and content, participant characteristics) will be extracted using a standardised form, and collated and summarised using quantitative and qualitative methods. The PROGRESS-Plus and International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health frameworks will be used to classify participant characteristics and study outcomes, respectively. During the consultation exercise, key knowledge users, including exercise participants, programme providers and coordinators, and members of community organisations for persons living with disabilities and under-represented groups, will be asked to provide insights regarding the applicability of review findings. A directed content analysis of data from the consultation exercise will be performed. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION The research ethics board at the University of Toronto approved the consultation exercise. Findings will be disseminated through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. Findings will enhance understanding of current research evaluating virtual exercise programmes and inform future research and strategies for promoting equitable access and outcomes for individuals with mobility limitations. REGISTRATION DETAILS https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/X5JMA.
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- Rehabilitation Sciences Institute, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- KITE Research Institute, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute - University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Rehabilitation Sciences Institute, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- KITE Research Institute, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute - University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Rehabilitation Sciences Institute, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- KITE Research Institute, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute - University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Wiley E, Sakakibara B, Park S, Barclay R, Bayley M, Eng JJ, Harris A, Inness E, MacKay-Lyons M, MacDermid J, Pollock C, Pooyania S, Teasell R, Yao J, Tang A. Exploring the experiences of an exercise-based telerehabilitation program among Canadian community-dwelling adults with stroke. Disabil Rehabil 2024:1-11. [PMID: 38361375 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2024.2316772] [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: 05/18/2023] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/17/2024]
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PURPOSE Telerehabilitation is emerging as a means for delivering stroke rehabilitation to address unmet lower extremity rehabilitation needs. However, there is currently limited and low-quality evidence supporting the use telerehabilitation interventions for lower extremity recovery after stroke. Thus, we developed an exercise-based telerehabilitation program (TRAIL) for safe and effective promotion of lower extremity function after stroke. This study reports on the qualitative findings from the feasibility study of the TRAIL program. METHODS An interpretive description methodology and inductive thematic analysis approach were undertaken. One-on-one semi-structured interviews were conducted on a subset of participants who completed the TRAIL feasibility study. Participants were recruited via email and enrolled into the study based on pre-determined purposeful sampling strategies. RESULTS Ten participants (6 men, 4 women) completed a semi-structured interview. Two main themes emerged: (i) TRAIL ingredients for success and (ii) telerehabilitation is a viable option for stroke rehabilitation. CONCLUSION Exercise-based telerehabilitation appears to be well-received by men and women post-stroke when social support, professional guidance, and program resources are offered. TRAIL may also prolong the continuum of care that individuals receive once they are discharged back into the community, and contribute to improvements in mobility, lower extremity strength and balance.
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- Elise Wiley
- School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Department of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy, Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management, Southern Medical Program, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, BC, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, BC, Canada
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON
- Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, University Health Network, Toronto, ON
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia and Centre for Aging SMART at Vancouver Coastal Health, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- G.F Strong Rehabilitation Centre, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- G.F Strong Rehabilitation Centre, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, University Health Network, Toronto, ON
- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- School of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
- School of Physical Therapy, Western University, London, ON, Canada
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia and Centre for Aging SMART at Vancouver Coastal Health, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Western Ontario, ON, London
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- G.F Strong Rehabilitation Centre, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Department and Faculty of Medicine, Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of British Columbia, Vancouver
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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Ouédraogo F, Auger LP, Moreau E, Côté O, Guerrera R, Rochette A, Kairy D. Acceptability of Telerehabilitation: Experiences and Perceptions by Individuals with Stroke and Caregivers in an Early Supported Discharge Program. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:365. [PMID: 38338250 PMCID: PMC10855122 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12030365] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Revised: 12/25/2023] [Accepted: 12/28/2023] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Telerehabilitation (TR) is a promising method for facilitating the delivery and access to post-stroke rehabilitation services. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to explore the acceptability of TR and factors influencing its adoption by individuals with stroke and caregivers. METHODS A qualitative descriptive approach was used. Six individuals with stroke and three caregivers participated in individual online interviews. An abductive thematic analysis was employed to analyze the qualitative data, using the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology 2 (UTAUT-2) model. RESULTS Participants reported positive experiences with TR, resulting in improvements in functional abilities, such as manual dexterity, balance, and positive interactions with therapists. They found the technology easy to learn and use, facilitating engagement in TR. Participants' prior experiences with technology, along with support from caregivers and therapists, facilitated acceptance and the use of TR. The COVID-19 pandemic also motivated participants to accept TR. However, technical issues, unstable internet connections, and lack of feedback were barriers to the use of TR. CONCLUSION Despite existing obstacles, TR can be used to provide rehabilitation services for individuals with stroke. Addressing these barriers is necessary to promote the widespread and effective use of TR in the context of stroke recovery.
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- Fatimata Ouédraogo
- School of Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, QC H3N 1X7, Canada; (A.R.); (D.K.)
- Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation of Greater Montreal (CRIR), Montréal, QC H3S 1M9, Canada;
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- Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation of Greater Montreal (CRIR), Montréal, QC H3S 1M9, Canada;
- Institute of Health Sciences Education, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, QC H3G 1A1, Canada
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- Institut Universitaire sur la Réadaptation en Déficience Physique de Montréal, Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et Services Sociaux (CIUSSS) du Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal, Montréal, QC H3S 2J4, Canada; (E.M.); (O.C.); (R.G.)
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- Institut Universitaire sur la Réadaptation en Déficience Physique de Montréal, Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et Services Sociaux (CIUSSS) du Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal, Montréal, QC H3S 2J4, Canada; (E.M.); (O.C.); (R.G.)
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- Institut Universitaire sur la Réadaptation en Déficience Physique de Montréal, Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et Services Sociaux (CIUSSS) du Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal, Montréal, QC H3S 2J4, Canada; (E.M.); (O.C.); (R.G.)
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- School of Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, QC H3N 1X7, Canada; (A.R.); (D.K.)
- Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation of Greater Montreal (CRIR), Montréal, QC H3S 1M9, Canada;
- Institut Universitaire sur la Réadaptation en Déficience Physique de Montréal, Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et Services Sociaux (CIUSSS) du Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal, Montréal, QC H3S 2J4, Canada; (E.M.); (O.C.); (R.G.)
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- School of Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, QC H3N 1X7, Canada; (A.R.); (D.K.)
- Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation of Greater Montreal (CRIR), Montréal, QC H3S 1M9, Canada;
- Institut Universitaire sur la Réadaptation en Déficience Physique de Montréal, Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et Services Sociaux (CIUSSS) du Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal, Montréal, QC H3S 2J4, Canada; (E.M.); (O.C.); (R.G.)
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Koca G, Kumar M, Gubitz G, Kamal N. Optimizing acute stroke treatment process: insights from sub-tasks durations in a prospective observational time and motion study. Front Neurol 2023; 14:1253065. [PMID: 37965162 PMCID: PMC10641836 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2023.1253065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Accepted: 10/09/2023] [Indexed: 11/16/2023] Open
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Background Rapid treatment is critical in managing acute ischemic stroke (AIS) to improve patient outcomes. Various strategies have been used to optimize this treatment process, including the Acute Stroke Protocol (ASP) activation, and minimizing the duration of key performance metrices, such as door-to-needle time (DNT), CT-to-needle time (CTNT), CT-to-groin puncture time (CTGP), and door-to-groin puncture time (DGPT). However, identifying the delay-causing sub-tasks within the ASP could yield novel insights, facilitating optimization strategies for the AIS treatment process. Methods This two-phase prospective observational time and motion study aimed to identify sub-tasks and compare their respective durations involved in the treatment process for AIS patients within ASPs. The study compared sub-task durations between "routine working hours" and "evenings and weekends" (after-hours), as well as between stroke neurologists and non-stroke neurologists. Additionally, the established performance metrices of AIS were compared among the aforementioned groups. Results Phase 1 identified and categorized 34 sub-tasks into five broad categories, while Phase 2 analyzed the ASP for 389 patients. Among the 185 patients included in the study, 57 received revascularization treatment, with 30 receiving intravenous (IV) thrombolysis only, 20 receiving endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) only, and 7 receiving both IV thrombolysis and EVT. Significant delays were observed in sub-tasks including triage, registration, patient history sharing, treatment decisions, preparation of patients, preparation of thrombolytic agents, and angiosuite preparation. The majority of these significant delays (P < 0.05) were observed when were performed by a non-stroke neurologist and during after-hours operations. Furthermore, certain sub-tasks were exclusively performed during after-hours or when the treatment was provided by a non-stroke neurologist. Consequently, DNT, CTNT, and CTGP were significantly prolonged for both non-stroke neurologists and off-hours treatment. DGPT was significantly longer only when the ASP was conducted by non-stroke neurologists. Conclusions The study identified several sub-tasks that lead to significant delays during the execution of the ASP. These findings provide a premise to design targeted quality improvement interventions to optimize the ASP for these specific delay-causing sub-tasks, particularly for non-stroke neurologists and after-hours. This approach has the potential to significantly enhance the efficiency of the AIS treatment process.
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- Gizem Koca
- Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
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- Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
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- Division of Neurology, QEII – Halifax Infirmary (HI) Site, Nova Scotia Health, Halifax, NS, Canada
- Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
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- Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
- Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
- Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
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Markle-Reid M, Fisher K, Walker KM, Beauchamp M, Cameron JI, Dayler D, Fleck R, Gafni A, Ganann R, Hajas K, Koetsier B, Mahony R, Pollard C, Prescott J, Rooke T, Whitmore C. The stroke transitional care intervention for older adults with stroke and multimorbidity: a multisite pragmatic randomized controlled trial. BMC Geriatr 2023; 23:687. [PMID: 37872479 PMCID: PMC10594728 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-023-04403-1] [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: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 10/25/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND This study aimed to test, in real-world clinical practice, the effectiveness of a Transitional Care Stroke Intervention (TCSI) compared to usual care on health outcomes, self-management, patient experience, and health and social service use costs in older adults (≥ 55 years) with stroke and multimorbidity (≥ 2 chronic conditions). METHODS This pragmatic randomized controlled trial (RCT) included older adults discharged from hospital to community with stroke and multimorbidity using outpatient stroke rehabilitation services in two communities in Ontario, Canada. Participants were randomized 1:1 to usual care (control group) or usual care plus the 6-month TCSI (intervention group). The TCSI was delivered virtually by an interprofessional (IP) team, and included care coordination/system navigation support, phone/video visits, monthly IP team conferences, and an online resource to support system navigation. The primary outcome was risk of hospital readmission (all cause) after six-months. Secondary outcomes included physical and mental functioning, stroke self-management, patient experience, and health and social service use costs. The intention-to-treat principle was used to conduct the primary and secondary analyses. RESULTS Ninety participants were enrolled (44 intervention, 46 control); 11 (12%) participants were lost to follow-up, leaving 79 (39 intervention, 40 control). No significant between-group differences were seen for baseline to six-month risk of hospital readmission. Differences favouring the intervention group were seen in the following secondary outcomes: physical functioning (SF-12 PCS mean difference: 5.10; 95% CI: 1.58-8.62, p = 0.005), stroke self-management (Southampton Stroke Self-Management Questionnaire mean difference: 6.00; 95% CI: 0.51-11.50, p = 0.03), and patient experience (Person-Centred Coordinated Care Experiences Questionnaire mean difference: 2.64, 95% CI: 0.81, 4.47, p = 0.005). No between-group differences were found in total healthcare costs or other secondary outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Although participation in the TCSI did not impact hospital readmissions, there were improvements in physical functioning, stroke self-management and patient experience in older adults with stroke and multimorbidity without increasing total healthcare costs. Challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, including the shift from in-person to virtual delivery, and re-deployment of interventionists could have influenced the results. A larger pragmatic RCT is needed to determine intervention effectiveness in diverse geographic settings and ethno-cultural populations and examine intervention scalability. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT04278794 . Registered May 2, 2020.
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Affiliation(s)
- Maureen Markle-Reid
- School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada.
- Health Research Methods, Department of Health, Evidence and Impact, Faculty of Health Sciences, and the Centre of Health Economics and Policy Analysis, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, HSC 2C, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada.
- Aging, Community and Health Research Unit, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada.
- McMaster Institute for Research On Aging, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada.
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- School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
- Aging, Community and Health Research Unit, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
- McMaster Institute for Research On Aging, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Aging, Community and Health Research Unit, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
- Upstream Lab, MAP Centre for Urban Health Solutions, St. Michael's Hospital, 209 Victoria Street, Ontario, M5B 1T8, Toronto, Canada
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- McMaster Institute for Research On Aging, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation Sciences Institute, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, 160-500 University Ave, Toronto, ON, M5V 1V7, Canada
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- Aging, Community and Health Research Unit, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
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- Rehabilitation Program, Parkwood Institute, St. Joseph's Health Care London, 268 Grosvenor Street, Ontario, N6A 4V2, London, Canada
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- Health Research Methods, Department of Health, Evidence and Impact, Faculty of Health Sciences, and the Centre of Health Economics and Policy Analysis, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, HSC 2C, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
- Aging, Community and Health Research Unit, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
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- School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
- Aging, Community and Health Research Unit, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
- McMaster Institute for Research On Aging, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Aging, Community and Health Research Unit, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
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- Aging, Community and Health Research Unit, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
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- Aging, Community and Health Research Unit, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
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- Hotel Dieu Shaver Health, and Rehabilitation Centre, 541 Glenridge Ave, St. Catherines, ON, L2T 4C2, Canada
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- Aging, Community and Health Research Unit, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
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- CarePartners, 139 Washburn Drive, Kitchener, ON, N2R 1S1, Canada
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- School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
- Aging, Community and Health Research Unit, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Room HSc3N25, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
- McMaster Institute for Research On Aging, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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Abstract
Stroke recovery therapeutics include many classes of intervention and numerous treatment targets. Stroke is a very heterogeneous disease. As such, stroke recovery therapeutics benefit from a personalized medicine approach that considers intersubject differences, such as in infarct location or stroke severity, when assigning treatment. Prediction of treatment responders can be improved by incorporating biological measures, such as neural injury and neural function, as the bedside behavioral phenotype has an incomplete relationship with the biological events underlying stroke recovery. Another ramification of high variability between patients is the need to examine effects of restorative therapies in relation to dose, time poststroke, and stroke severity in clinical trials. For example, enrollment across a wide time interval poststroke or in a population with a very broad range of deficits means high variance across patients in the biological state of the brain. The doses of rehabilitation therapy being studied are often low; it takes substantial practice to acquire a skill in the healthy brain; this is more, not less, pronounced after a stroke. Recognition and treatment of poststroke depression represents a major unmet need. These points are considered in the context of a review of recent advances in stroke recovery therapeutics.
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- Lorie G Richards
- Department of Occupational and Recreational Therapies, University of Utah, Salt Lake City (L.G.R.)
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- Department of Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles (S.C.C.).,California Rehabilitation Institute, Los Angeles (S.C.C.)
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