Prevalence, risk factor and outcome in middle-aged and elderly population affected by hemiplegic shoulder pain: An observational study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hemiplegic shoulder pain is the most common complication after stroke. It usually occurs during the critical period of stroke recovery and hinders the rehabilitation of upper extremity motor function. However, there are few studies on the risk factors, the development and prognosis of shoulder pain after stroke.

Objectives

This study aimed to observe the prevalence of post-stroke shoulder pain in the middle-aged and elderly population, find out the risk factors for post-stroke shoulder pain, and explore its effect on stroke outcome.

Methods

Eligible patients with hemiplegic shoulder pain in the rehabilitation unit were recruited and followed up at 2 and 4 months. The basic clinical information including age, gender, hypertension and atrial fibrillation hist

SUBMITTER: Li Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9879055 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature