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Association between contextual factors and vulvovaginal symptoms in Brazilian women: A cross-sectional study.

BACKGROUND: The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health widens the understanding of the individual by considering contextual factors for health. Regarding the health of women, vulvovaginal symptoms (e.g., itching, burning, pain, irritation, dryness, and vaginal odor) need consideration. OBJECTIVE: To verify the prevalence of vulvovaginal symptoms, their association with contextual factors, and evaluate their impact on the emotional well-being, quality of life, and sexual function of Brazilian women. METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted from October 202…

Child and Parent Perspectives on Daily Functioning after Perinatal Brain Injury.

OBJECTIVE: Perinatal brain injury can result in long-term neurodevelopmental sequelae. To examine the most significant consequences from a p … arding strengths and difficulties in daily functioning were analyzed by thematic analysis using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health as coding framework. RESULTS: Of the 102 participants (hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy: n = 50, perinatal arterial ischemic stroke: n = 52) with a median age of 12.4 (range 8-25) years, 81% of the questionnaires (n = 83) were filled out by both par …

Using a participatory action strategic approach to enhance accessibility and participation in arts and cultural events: results of four focus groups.

BACKGROUND: Cultural events are abundant in a midwestern college town; however, individuals with disabilities have expressed concerns about their accessibility. Policymakers, business owners, and managers often ignore disability-related issues. Research shows accessibility is the main environmental barrier to participation in arts and cultural events. Individuals with disabilities are disconnected from managers of cultural organizations and city leaders. The lack of awareness about accessibility, including access to the built environment, impedes participation in cultural events in this colleg

High-intensive physical rehabilitation approach in children and adolescents with acquired brain injury during subacute phase (REHABILITY): a feasibility study protocol.

INTRODUCTION: While principles of neuroplasticity and motor learning emphasise the potential of high dosage of physical rehabilitation in children and adolescents with acquired brain injury (ABI) during the subacute phase, we lack empirical evidence to demonstrate its impact in terms of meaningful outcomes. Clinical research is needed to investigate adequate dosage of physical rehabilitation and its effects on outcomes with reliable and validated outcome measurements. In this study we will investigate the feasibility of a highly intensive physical rehabilitation intervention and outcomes with

[Patient orientation and reference to the ICF as challenges in outcome assessment in rehabilitation].

Measuring the results of rehabilitation interventions presents a number of issues regarding content and method, two of which have been selected for discussion in view of the findings of current research--the significance of patient orientation and the relation to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health, ICF. Compilation of patients' treatment goals, expectations and preferences, patient participation in the development of assessment instruments, compilation of patients' evaluations of treatment results and consideration of the subjectivity of the physician as wel…

Chinese Guideline for the Rehabilitation Treatment of Osteoporosis (2024 Edition).

Osteoporosis (OP) is one of the most serious health problems, causing a huge economic burden to patients, families, and society. OP rehabili … linical issue screening and deconstruction and two rounds of Delphi questionnaire consultation. The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) was used as the theoretical framework, and the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) was used based on the best available evidence. The guideline was developed based on the best available evidence, used the …

Multivariate Analysis of Risk Factors Predisposing to Kinesiophobia in Persons With Chronic Low Back and Neck Pain.

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to analyze the interaction between kinesiophobia and pain-related variables classified according to International Classification of Functioning in individuals with chronic neck and low back pain by using multivariate analysis. METHODS: The 504 persons with chronic neck and low back pain filled out questionnaires assessing impairments in body functions and structures, limitations in activities of daily living, participation, and personal factors. Univariate analyzes were performed to investigate whether there are differences between individuals with and

Factors associated with participation in life situations in people with COPD.

OBJECTIVE: To examine potential determinants of participation frequency and limitations in people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). METHODS: For this secondary analysis, we grouped the following factors using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) components: age, psychological distress (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS)), gait aid use, supplemental oxygen use, grip strength, modified Medical Research Council Dyspnea scale, Short Physical Performance Battery, and Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT). Participation was measured using the…

Measurement properties of utility-based health-related quality-of-life measures in cardiac rehabilitation: a systematic review protocol.

OBJECTIVE: This review will identify and appraise existing evidence on the measurement properties of utility-based health-related quality-of-life (HRQoL) measures used in cardiac rehabilitation programs. The review will map the measure domains against the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health and the International Consortium of Health Outcome Measures domains for cardiovascular disease. INTRODUCTION: Improving HRQoL is an international key indicator for delivering high-quality and person-centered secondary prevention programs. Many instruments and measures assess …

Living with spinal cord injury in the community of Bangladesh: a comprehensive analysis using the ICF framework.

OBJECTIVE: To describe limitations in functioning (activities and participation) and environmental and personal factors that are associated with functioning using the ICF framework among persons living with spinal cord injury in the community of Bangladesh. DESIGN: Cross-sectional study, Bangladesh arm of the International Spinal Cord Injury (InSCI) Community Survey (2023-2024). SUBJECTS/PATIENTS: 789 individuals with spinal cord injury. METHODS: Face-to-face interview through culturally adapted InSCI questionnaires. Generalized linear models were used to determine the associated factors.

Changing perspectives for practice in stuttering: echoes from a Celtic past, when wordlessness was entitled to time.

Changing perspectives for practice in stuttering therapy are informed by the changes in knowledge, social values, and belief systems of a society. The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF; World Health Organization, 2001) has a sociological emphasis with a focus on the ability and functioning of the person, and it is currently fostering changes in perspectives for working with those who stutter. These perspectives are reflected in Irish social mores in the 7th and 8th centuries, when social and legal codes enshrined the rights of people with speech disabiliti…

Which aspects of health differ between working and nonworking women with fibromyalgia? A cross-sectional study of work status and health.

BACKGROUND: Women with fibromyalgia (FM) describe great difficulties in managing work. Reported work ability in women with FM varies from 34 … e women were categorized as working or nonworking. Aspects of health are presented according to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF). RESULTS: Working women with FM presented better health than nonworking women with FM in ratings of body function (FIQ pain p < 0.001, FIQ fatigue p = 0.006, FIQ stiffness p = 0.009, HADS-Depression p = 0.007). Ratings of overall health statu …

Alpe d'HuZes cancer rehabilitation (A-CaRe) research: four randomized controlled exercise trials and economic evaluations in cancer patients and survivors.

BackgroundPrevious studies showed that exercise in cancer patients is feasible and may reduce fatigue and improve physical fitness and quality of life. However, many previous studies had methodological weaknesses related to trial design, sample size, comparison group, outcome measures, short follow-up durations and programme content.PurposeThis paper aims to present the rationale and design of the clinical research subprogramme of the Alpe d'HuZes Cancer Rehabilitation (A-CaRe) programme.MethodA-CaRe Clinical Research includes four randomized controlled trials in patients: (a) after chemothera

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… Fig. 2 The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model Fig. 2 The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model In oncology rehabilitation, the ICF framework is suggested to be useful for selection of outcome measures [ 33 ]. … World Health Organisation ICF-international classification of functioning, disability and health 2001 Geneva WHO 33. …

A more comprehensive investigation of disability and associated factors among older adults receiving home-based care in rural Dongguan, China.

BACKGROUND: No previous study has evaluated disability in older persons according to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health Framework guidelines. We conducted a more comprehensive investigation of disability and associated factors among older adults receiving home-based care in rural Dongguan, a city in the central Guangdong Province of Southern China. METHODS: A total of 819 individuals aged ≥60 years were recruited from Dongguan home-based care system of via a two-stage selection process. We interviewed participants and assessed their ability level using the …

Optimal management of complications associated with achondroplasia.

Achondroplasia is the most common form of skeletal dysplasia, resulting in disproportionate short stature, and affects over 250,000 people worldwide. Individuals with achondroplasia demonstrate a number of well-recognized anatomical features that impact on growth and development, with a complex array of medical issues that are best managed through a multidisciplinary team approach. The complexity of this presentation, whereby individual impairments may impact upon multiple activity and participation areas, requires consideration and discussion under a broad framework to gain a more thorough un

Disease-generic factors of work participation of workers with a chronic disease: a systematic review.

PurposeThe purpose of this review was to search systematically for disease-generic factors associated with either work retention (WR) or ret … d six studies reporting 23 factors associated with work participation. Categorized according to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health, health-related factors (comorbidity, duration of symptoms and less dysfunction), environmental factors (work environment and duration of absence) and personal factors (age, gender, education and own prediction of RTW) were identified.ConclusionsVar …

Activities of Daily Living Inventory (ADLI): Proposal of a new instrument and preliminary data.

The evaluation of Activities of Daily Living (ADL) has become a critical issue in neuropsychology, but existing instruments for evaluating ADL have some limitations. This work aims to propose a new instrument to evaluate ADL, the ADL Inventory (ADLI), for which we present preliminary data. The ADLI was developed based on a comprehensive model of the stages of test development and following a combined framework of the World Health Organization's International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health and the American Occupational Therapy Association models. Besides sociodemographic

Successfully living with chronic arthritis. The role of the allied health professionals.

The treatment and care of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is complex and various health professionals with different areas of expert … use or other family members and friends and the role of patient societies. The possible role of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) to improve the communication and facilitate the coordination among health professionals and between patients and health professionals is mentioned. The topics presented in this article may encourage further discussion and research, particularl …

Information is power: a qualitative study exploring the lived experiences of patients with degenerative cervical radiculopathy.

AbstractDegenerative cervical radiculopathy (DCR) can lead to severe pain, paraesthesia, and/or motor weakness, resulting in significant mor … an interpretative phenomenological approach, with emergent themes mapped onto the 5 domains of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health framework. Eleven participants were interviewed between December 2021 and April 2022. Three themes emerged: the biopsychosocial impact of DCR, role of the health care provider, and uncertainty surrounding DCR. Pain and paraesthesia were the most com …

Communicative activity and participation in children with speech sound disorder: a case series using the ICF framework.

The everyday lives of young children with speech sound disorder (SSD) are not well described, with few studies taking a holistic view with i … n was a case series, including speech language tests, questionnaires and structured interviews. The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) served as an analytical framework. Results showed reduced speech intelligibility in all children. Interrupted thought processes, tantrums and social withdrawal were negative effects of the SSD. Having a friend in the out-of-home environment wa …