Analysis of home-based rehabilitation in patients with motor impairment in primary care: a prospective observational study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The purpose of health and social policies is to encourage older people more longevity, remain free of disability and experience quality of life while living in their homes. The aim of this study was to describe the characteristics of 473 patients diagnosed with motor impairment in primary care, the objectives of home-based rehabilitation and its functional impact.

Methods

This prospective observational study was conducted in the Almería Health District. The analysed variables included age, gender, secondary diagnosis, Barthel Index (BI), physiotherapeutic objectives and techniques, and number of sessions.

Results

The sample had a mean age of 83 years, and 59% were women. The assessed conditions with a high prevalence included osteoarticular pathology (55%),

SUBMITTER: Vega-Ramirez FA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5513088 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature