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- Nilsson, Maria H., et al.
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Psychometric properties of the general self-efficacy scale in Parkinson's disease
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Ingår i: Acta Neurologica Scandinavica. - : Wiley-Blackwell. - 0001-6314 .- 1600-0404. ; 132:2, s. 89-96
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to investigate the psychometric properties of the General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSE) in people with Parkinson's disease (PD). More specifically, we investigated data completeness, scaling assumptions, targeting, reliability, and construct validity.MATERIALS AND METHODS: This study involves data available from two different projects that included people diagnosed with PD for at least 1 year, yielding two samples (1 and 2). The combined total sample (N = 346; 60% men) had a mean (SD) age and PD duration of 71 (8.9) and 9 years (6.3), respectively. Both samples received a self-administered survey by mail, which was administered twice in sample 2. Additional data (e.g., clinical assessments) were available for Sample 1.RESULTS: Total GSE scores were computable for 336 participants (97%). Corrected item-total correlations exceeded 0.4. Principal component analyses identified one component (the eigenvalue of the first component extracted was 6.9), explaining 69% of the total variance. Floor and ceiling effects were < 6%. Internal consistency (coefficient alpha) was 0.95. Analyses of test-retest reliability yielded (ICC) values from 0.69 to 0.80. The highest value refers to those (n = 47) with identical self-ratings of mobility (in the on condition) at both tests; the standard error of measurement was 3.1 points. Construct validity was further supported by correlations in accordance with a priori expectations.CONCLUSIONS: This study provides support for the validity and reliability of GSE scores in people with PD; the GSE can thus serve as a valuable outcome measurement in clinical practice and research.
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- Norin, Lizette, et al.
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Housing adaptations and housing accessibility problems among older adults with long-standing spinal cord injury
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Ingår i: British Journal of Occupational Therapy. - : SAGE Publications. - 0308-0226 .- 1477-6006. ; , s. 1-10
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Introduction: Adults with spinal cord injuries are living longer than previously, and a majority are living in ordinary housing in the community. Housing accessibility is important for maintaining independent occupational performance for this population, but knowledge in this area is insufficient. We investigated housing adaptations and current accessibility problems among older adults with long-standing (>10 years) spinal cord injuries. Method: Data from home visits among 122 older adults with spinal cord injuries in Sweden were used. Housing adaptations and environmental barriers were descriptively analysed. Findings: Kitchens, entrances, and hygiene areas were common locations for housing adaptations and environmental barriers that generated accessibility problems. The most common adaptations were ramps, wheelchair-accessible stovetops, and ceiling-lifts. Wall-mounted cupboards and high shelves (kitchen), inaccessible storage areas (outside the dwelling), and a lack of grabbars (hygiene area) generated the most accessibility problems. Conclusion: Despite housing adaptations, there are considerable accessibility problems in the dwellings of older adults with long-standing spinal cord injuries in Sweden, indicating that long-term follow-up of the housing situation of this population is necessary. Focusing on accessible housing as a prerequisite for occupational performance is at the core of occupational therapy, deserving attention on the individual as well as the societal level.
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- Brandt, Ase, et al.
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Towards an instrument targeting mobility-related participation: Nordic cross-national reliability
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Ingår i: Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine. - : Medical Journals Sweden AB. - 1651-2081 .- 1650-1977. ; 40:9, s. 766-772
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Objective: To investigate test-retest reliability and internal consistency of a new instrument for evaluation of mobility device interventions. Material and methods: The instrument comprised 4 scales and one summed index. Two test-retest interviews involved 147 mobility device users (mean age 60 years) with a broad range of functional limitations, living at home. Results: For 2 scales and the summed index the reliability was substantial or almost perfect (K 0.71/ K-W 0.76/intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.93; confidence interval = 0.90-0.95). The reliability of one scale was moderate (K-w 0.4 1), but after reduction of grades and combination with another scale, it was substantial (K-w 0.66). The reliability of the fourth scale was moderate (K-w 0.55). The internal consistency of 3 scales varied from a 0.63 to 0.76. Conclusion: Even thou,,h the test-retest reliability of all but one of the scales of the new instrument was substantial to almost perfect, this study demonstrated that revision is required. The challenges identified were probably due to the highly complex relationship between outdoor participation while using mobility devices and accessibility to the outdoor physical environment. Thus. based on the results of this study the instrument will be revised and subsequently launched as the "Nordic mobility-related participation outcome evaluation of assistive device intervention" (NOMO instrument). More research on the concept of mobility-related participation and the psychometric qualities of the instrument is required.
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- Brandt, Åse, et al.
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Older people's use of powered wheelchairs for activity and participation
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Ingår i: Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine. - : Medical Journals Sweden AB. - 1651-2081 .- 1650-1977. ; 36:2, s. 70-77
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Objective: The aims of this study were to investigate outcomes of older people's use of powered wheelchairs and risk factors for negative outcomes. Design: The study was a cross-sectional interview-study including 111 powered wheelchair users over 65 years of age. Results: All participants used their powered wheelchair in the summer; nearly all users regarded it as important and found that it gave them independence. The wheelchair made activity and participation possible for the users. The most frequent activity in the summer was going for a ride, and in the winter it was shopping. However, some could not use the wheelchair for visits, and supplementary travel modes are called for. Users who could not walk at all or who could not transfer without assistance were more likely not to be able to carry out prioritized activities. Furthermore, other risk factors for negative outcomes and need for further research were identified. Conclusion: The use of powered wheelchairs is a relevant societal intervention in relation to older people with limited walking ability in order to make activity and participation possible. It is likely that a larger proportion of older people could benefit from this intervention, in particular if current practices are improved taking activity and participation outcomes into consideration.
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- Brandt, Åse, et al.
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Satisfaction with rollators among community-living users: a follow-up study.
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Ingår i: Disability and Rehabilitation. - : Informa UK Limited. - 0963-8288 .- 1464-5165. ; 25:7, s. 343-353
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- Purpose: Rollators are used in order to make mobility possible for people with restricted walking ability. The use of rollators is increasing, but little is known about outcomes. The aim of this study was to investigate users' satisfaction with rollators. Method: A follow-up study was carried out in seven Danish municipalities. One month after they got their device, 89 users of rollators were interviewed by means of the QUEST 1.0. Three months after the first interview a second interview took place and data from the 64 users available for follow-up were analysed. Results: The users were satisfied with their rollators, and the frequency of use was high. However, many of the users were frail, and some of them were not fully satisfied in all respects. Women especially, users living alone and first time users were likely to be dissatisfied. The main problem identified was handling the rollator, and for several users the physical environment caused accessibility problems. Conclusions: Rollators are valuable for the users and a relevant societal intervention. However, a better match between person and technology, enhanced user training and follow-up can improve the outcome of the intervention. Furthermore, better rollator design is called for, and buses and the outdoor environment need to be made more accessible.
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- Carlsson, Gunilla, et al.
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Self-reported versus professionally assessed functional limitations in community-dwelling very old individuals.
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Ingår i: International Journal of Rehabilitation Research. - 1473-5660. ; 35:4, s. 299-304
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- The objective of this study was to examine the relationship between self-reported and professionally assessed functional limitations in community-dwelling very old individuals. In total, 306 single-living adults aged 81-90 years were included in this cross-sectional study. The main outcome measure was the presence and absence of self-reported and professionally assessed functional limitations. A significant correlation was found between the total number of self-reported and professionally assessed functional limitations in the total sample (intraclass correlation=0.65) as well as in subgroups with respect to sex, age, and depression. When item-wise differences in the two assessments were assessed, the results showed significant differences for nine of the 15 functional limitations. In general, the participants reported more functional limitations as present than the professional did. In conclusion, research on self-reported and professionally assessed functional limitations contributes toward the understanding of how different modes of data collection influence the results. In this study, functional limitations were examined on a broad basis, including physical as well as cognitive and perceptual limitations. Once the assessments of self-reporting have been refined, we will have a more nuanced picture of functional limitations, incorporating self-report as well as professional assessments.Ziel der vorliegenden Studie war die Untersuchung der Beziehung zwischen selbst und professionell beurteilten Funktionseinschränkungen bei in der Gemeinschaft lebenden Menschen hohen Alters. Insgesamt wurden 306 allein lebende Erwachsene im Alter von 81-90 Jahren in diese Querschnittsstudie eingeschlossen. Die wichtigste verwendete ergebnisorientierte Messgröße war das Vorhandensein oder Fehlen von selbst und professionell beurteilten Funktionseinschränkungen. Es bestand eine signifikante Korrelation zwischen der Gesamtanzahl der selbst und professionell beurteilten Funktionseinschränkungen in der Stichprobe insgesamt (Intraclass-Korrelation=0.65) sowie in den Subgruppen mit Bezug auf Geschlecht, Alter und Depression. Bei der Beurteilung der Unterschiede unter Berücksichtigung der einzelnen Items wiesen die Ergebnisse signifikante Unterschiede bei neun der 15 Funktionseinschränkungen auf. Im Allgemeinen berichteten die Teilnehmer von mehr vorhandenen Funktionseinschränkungen als die Experten. Abschließend kann gesagt werden, dass die Forschung im Bereich der selbst und professionell beurteilten Funktionseinschränkungen zu einem besseren Verständnis dessen beiträgt, wie verschiedene Methoden der Datenerfassung die Ergebnisse beeinflussen. Im Rahmen dieser Studie wurden Funktionseinschränkungen, darunter physischer, kognitiver und perzeptiver Art, breit angelegt beurteilt. Sobald die Beurteilungsmethoden der Selbstanzeige weiterentwickelt sind, besitzen wir ein nuancierteres Bild der Funktionseinschränkungen mit eigener und professioneller Auswertung.El objetivo de este estudio fue examinar la relación entre las limitaciones funcionales indicadas por los propios sujetos y las evaluadas por profesionales en individuos de edad avanzada pertenecientes a una comunidad. En total, 306 adultos que vivían solos y de edad comprendida entre los 81 y los 90 años participaron en este estudio transversal. Los principales resultados obtenidos se basaron en la presencia y la ausencia de limitaciones funcionales indicadas por los propios sujetos y evaluadas por profesionales. Se observó una correlación significativa entre el número total de limitaciones funcionales indicadas por los propios sujetos y las evaluadas por profesionales (correlación intraclase=0.65), así como en los subgrupos, en relación con el sexo, la edad y la depresión. Tras analizar las diferencias entre los dos tipos de evaluación con respecto a las distintas variables, los resultados difirieron significativamente en nueve de las quince limitaciones funcionales. En general, los participantes indicaron que padecían más limitaciones funcionales que los profesionales. Como conclusión, la investigación sobre las limitaciones funcionales indicadas por los propios sujetos y evaluadas por profesionales contribuye a comprender cómo las distintas formas de recopilación de datos influyen en los resultados. En este estudio, las limitaciones funcionales se examinaron de manera general, incluyendo las limitaciones físicas, además de las cognitivas y las perceptivas. Una vez que se perfeccionen las evaluaciones realizadas por los propios sujetos, se poseerá una visión más clara de las limitaciones funcionales, que podrán incorporar tanto autoevaluaciones como evaluaciones realizadas por profesionales.Cette étude avait pour objet d'examiner la relation entre les limitations fonctionnelles auto-déclarées et professionnellement évaluées chez les personnes très âgées vivant dans la collectivité. Au total, 306 adultes de 81-90 ans vivant seuls ont été inclus dans cette étude transversale. Le critère de mesure principal était la présence ou l'absence de limitations fonctionnelles auto-déclarées ou professionnellement évaluées. Une corrélation significative a été observée entre le nombre total de limitations fonctionnelles autodéclarées et professionnellement évaluées dans l'échantillon total (corrélation interclasses=0.65) ainsi que dans les sous-groupes définis par sexe, âge et dépression. Lorsque les différences sur l'ensemble d'un item entre les deux évaluations ont été évaluées, les résultats ont fait apparaître des différences significatives pour neuf des 15 limitations fonctionnelles. En général, les participants ont signalé la présence d'un plus grand nombre de limitations fonctionnelles que les professionnels. En conclusion, les recherches sur les limitations fonctionnelles autodéclarées et professionnellement évaluées contribuent à la compréhension de la manière dont les différents modes de collecte des données influent sur les résultats. Dans cette étude, les limitations fonctionnelles ont été examinées sur une base large, en incluant notamment les limitations physiques ainsi que cognitives et perceptives. Une fois les évaluations autodéclarées affinées, nous aurons une image plus nuancée des limitations fonctionnelles, qui intégrera l'auto-évaluation ainsi que les évaluations professionnelles.
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