International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Open Access
ISSN: 2329-9096
ISSN: 2329-9096
Hamed R
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Tanzania
Review Article
Environment and the Daily Functioning of Jordanian Patients with Stroke: An Exploratory Study
Author(s): Hawamdeh Z, Hamed R and Al-Yaya EHawamdeh Z, Hamed R and Al-Yaya E
Purpose: Environment as described in the ICF can significantly affect the daily functioning of patients with long-term disabilities such as stroke. The purpose of this study is to explore barriers in the environment surrounding Jordanian patients with stroke.
Methods: A sample of 116 patients with stroke was recruited. A questionnaire listing the environmental factors as described in the ICF was used to explore patients’ perception on the level of hinderness each factor imposes on their daily functioning. Patients were also asked to report the availability of necessary services they need in rehabilitation. Additionally, correlations were explored between patients’ demographic and illness-related characteristics.
Results: External environmental factors such as sidewalks, other drivers, and noise in publi.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2329-9096.1000288