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Computerized Adaptive Testing System of Functional Assessment of Stroke
Published on: January 7, 2019
User perspective on receiving adaptive equipment after stroke: A mixed-methods study
Background.:
Adaptive equipment (AE) is frequently provided during stroke rehabilitation by occupational therapists.
Purpose.:
This study aimed to identify the AE that people typically use after a stroke and the outcomes achieved as a result, and to explore people's experiences obtaining and using AE, to inform both practice and policy in this field.
Method.:
A mixed-methods study, involving a postal questionnaire and interviews, used descriptive statistics and grounded theory to analyze the quantitative and qualitative data, respectively.
Findings.:
Questionnaire data ( n = 258) revealed mobility AE was issued most frequently, with increased safety as the primary reported outcome. Interview data ( n = 15) indicated relationships with health professionals and the hospital environment shaped early AE selection and use. Once home, making sense of AE and community participation were more influential.
Implications.:
Therapeutic relationships and reflection time are critical to maximize AE use after stroke. Policy and related funding for AE need to prioritize community participation.
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