Content - Volume 35, Issue 3

Variables present in an individual, for example, independence, pain, balance, fatigue, depression and knowledge, cannot be measured directly (hence the term "latent" variables). They are usually assessed by measuring related behaviours, defined by sets of standardized items. The homogeneity of the different items, and proportionality of raw counts to measure, can only be postulated. In 1960 Georg ...

Objective: To evaluate the reliability and validity of the Northwick Park Dependency Score as a measure of nursing dependency. Subjects: Inpatients in a specialist neurological rehabilitation unit. Methods: The Northwick Park Dependency Score was measured by 2 assessors and compared with nursing hours. The Barthel ADL Index and the Short Orientation Memory and Concentration test were also compar ...

Objective: Societal services after traumatic spinal cord injury in Sweden were investigated, including self-rated levels of satisfaction with the application process and resource allocation. Design: Survey of an incidence population. Subjects: Thirty-four persons of a total regional incidence population ( n = 48) with traumatic spinal cord injury. Methods: Structured interviews using a standard ...

Objectives. This study focuses on the continuation of gainful employment after experiencing stroke, addressing factors indicative of readiness for return to work, subjective well-being and life satisfaction. Methods. The target group comprised 120 patients, studied by means of medical records and postal questionnaires. Results. A total of 41% had returned to work, although there were changes con ...

Objective: To evaluate the short-term effect of physical exercise and a cognitive intervention in low back pain. Design: Randomized controlled trial. Subjects: Ninety-three patients sick-listed for 8-12 weeks for sub-acute low back pain were randomized to an exercise regime ( n = 30), a cognitive intervention ( n = 34) or a control group ( n = 29). Methods: Primary outcome measures were pain, d ...

Objective: To examine the internal consistency, validity, responsiveness and test scalability of the Rivermead Mobility Index. Design: Methodological research (consecutive sampling, prospective longitudinal study). Patients: 140 unilateral lower limb amputees (79 above-knee and 61 below-knee). Methods: The Rivermead Mobility Index was administered to all patients at the beginning (T 0 ) and at ...

Objective: To test the hypothesis that distinct Activity and Participation dimensions of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health could be identified using physical functioning items drawn from the Late Life Function and Disability Instrument. Design: A cross-sectional, survey design was employed. Subjects: The sample comprised 150 community-dwelling adults aged 60 ...

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