Rodrigues PSM, Shimano MM, de Oliveira E, Kawamura FM, Silveira AF, José Luvizutto G, de Souza LAPS. Adaptation and clinical application of assistive device chair for bedside sitting in acute stroke phase: two case reports.
Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 2024;
19:1272-1278. [PMID:
36630593 DOI:
10.1080/17483107.2023.2166600]
[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: 05/12/2022] [Revised: 11/16/2022] [Accepted: 01/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE
This report presents the adaptation of an assistive device chair for bedside sitting and its application in two patients with trunk control impairment in the acute stroke phase.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
The device was built with polyvinylchloride (PVC) pipes and designed by a team of mechanical engineers and physiotherapists to maintain a prolonged sitting position with less demand from therapists. To test the device, two patients were followed up during the acute phase of stroke. Both patients underwent an early mobilization program (30 min, twice a day, for three days) with an assistive device chair for bedside sitting. Patients were evaluated using the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), Trunk Impairment Scale (TIS), and International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) checklist (b: body function; d: activity and participation).
RESULTS
The adaptations generated the following equipment: 1) foldable, 2) three levels of backrest inclination, and 3) a safety anterior support or an activity table. Both patients showed clinical improvement after the intervention period, with NIHSS score reduction, TIS improvement, and greater functionality and independence on the ICF framework.
CONCLUSION
The equipment with adaptations seems to be functional, easy to handle, and can potentially contribute to clinical and functional improvements in patients with trunk control deficits after stroke.
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