Investigation of Individuals with Stroke Within the ICF Framework

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Stroke

• Registration Number: NCT06753877
• Lead Sponsor: Hacettepe University

Brief Summary

The present study examined stroke patients who applied to occupational therapy units within the framework of ICF, following the rehabilitation process, and defining frequently used measurements in terms of ICF codes

Detailed Description

The International Classification of Functioning (ICF) is a standardized method frequently used by health professionals. This follow-up study was performed in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki. The present study examined stroke patients who applied to occupational therapy units within the framework of ICF, following the rehabilitation process, and defining frequently used measurements in terms of ICF codes. Participants were recruited from the patients who applied to the Occupational Therapy Clinic of Etlik City Hospital. Participants who agreed to participate in the study signed an informed consent form. First, the scales were defined within the framework of ICF. Individuals who had a stroke and were hospitalized in the Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Clinic of Etlik City Hospital and included in the study were evaluated using ICF parameters within the first 3 days of their hospitalization. All individuals were given a holistic rehabilitation program. Individuals who received inpatient treatment and stayed in the hospital for one month were re-evaluated. Other individuals who were not included in the study benefited from traditional inpatient treatment services. Upon evaluating the rehabilitation service within the framework of ICF, significant changes were observed in body functions, activity, and participation. It is recommended that ICF be used by occupational therapists and other health professionals, that the scales be associated with ICF codes, and that holistic rehabilitation services be developed.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2024-06-01
• Primary Completion: 2024-10-01
• Status Verified: 2024-12
• Study Completion: 2024-12-19
• Study First Submitted: 2024-12-23
• Study First Submitted QC: 2024-12-23
• Study First Posted: 2024-12-31
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-01-03
• Last Update Posted: 2025-01-06

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 200

Inclusion Criteria

• Diagnosis of stroke, age between 18 and 64 years,
• Being served by hospital, being enrolled in the occupational therapy,
• Volunteering to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria

• Individuals with orthopedic, psychological or neurological conditions other than stroke that could affect their functioning and those with moderate or severe aphasia were not included in the study

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: SINGLE_GROUP

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Functional Independence Scale (FIM)	1 month	The FIM is a scale that measures a person's level of independence in basic motor and cognitive activities of daily living. It consists of 18 items and assesses 2 sub-areas. 1) motor function and 2) cognitive function. Each item is scored on a detailed scale ranging from 1 to 7 (level 1 = fully dependent, level 7 = fully independent). The total score ranges from 18 to 126. The higher the person's score, the higher the level of independence (Ravaud et al., 1999). The Turkish cultural adaptation study was conducted.

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE)	1 month	The MMSE, which assesses cognitive impairment, is a scale developed. It is a useful, short and standardised tool that can be used to determine cognitive level. It consists of five main sections: orientation, registration, attention and calculation, recall, and language with a total of eleven items. The score range is 0-30. A higher score indicates a higher cognitive level. The Turkish validity and reliability were carried out.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Mardin Traning and Rsearch Hospital; 🇹🇷 Mardin, Artuklu, Turkey