Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Martina Zangger, Christin Weber, Petra Stute
Summary: The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) provides a framework for assessing functioning related to health conditions. Developing an ICF Core Set for Climacteric Syndrome involves preliminary studies such as literature review, multi-center studies, expert surveys, and focus groups, leading to international consensus on which ICF categories to include for a holistic assessment.
Article
Rehabilitation
Bhasker Amatya, Alaeldin Elmalik, Krystal Song, Su Yi Lee, Mary P. Galea, Fary Khan
Summary: The study examined the responsiveness of the ICF ClinFIT in routine clinical practice in Australia. The results showed that ClinFIT is useful in evaluating patient functioning and can detect changes in functioning over time and across different health conditions.
JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Richard Habenicht, Elisabeth Fehrmann, Peter Blohm, Gerold Ebenbichler, Linda Fischer-Grote, Josef Kollmitzer, Patrick Mair, Thomas Kienbacher
Summary: This study aimed to optimize machine learning methods for linking patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) to limitations in activities and restrictions in participation for chronic low back pain (cLBP) patients. The results showed that the optimized ML methods accurately predicted and classified functional limitations and participation restrictions, even when using a minimal subset of PROMs items.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Leigh Clarke, Emily Ridgewell, Xia Li, Michael P. Dillon
Summary: This pilot study aimed to assess the inter-rater reliability of novice linkers using an innovative, sequential, iterative linking method to link prosthetic outcomes to the ICF. The results showed that through consensus discussion and iterative refinement of the customized ICF linking rules, novices were able to achieve high levels of agreement.
JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
T. Schurr, F. Loth, E. Lidington, C. Piccinin, J. Arraras, M. Groenvold, B. Holzner, M. van Leeuwen, M. A. Petersen, H. Schmidt, T. Young, J. M. I. Giesinger, Juan I. Arraras, Mogens Groenvold, Marieke van Leeuwen
Summary: This study compared the content of commonly used patient-reported outcome (PRO) measures for physical function (PF) in cancer patients and found conceptual differences among them. The findings provide a better understanding for establishing common metrics.
BMC MEDICAL RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Yan Gao, Jingpu Zhao, Xiangxiang Liu, Xiaohua Xie, Yulong Wang
Summary: This study analyzed and compared the content of six selected long-term care (LTC) instruments based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) linkage. The findings suggest the need for a national LTC instrument in China that addresses the physical, psychological, and social needs of older adults.
Review
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Yaqi Huang, Yulu Wang, Jin Yang, Linda Johansson, Bingxin Ma, Xiaojun Zhang, Qi Lu, Yaogang Wang, Yue Zhao
Summary: This study reviewed 34 studies and classified the applications of ICF in dementia into four themes: (1) clinical practice and education of health professionals; (2) community support services and income support; (3) population-based, census, or survey data; (4) advocacy and empowerment purposes. The findings suggest that ICF has had a significant impact on dementia in clinical settings and supports the use of ICF in person-centered dementia care. More empirical studies are needed in the future to expand the use of ICF in dementia research and practice.
AGING & MENTAL HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Rehabilitation
Liga Savicka, Santa Salaka, Guna Berzina
Summary: This study aims to identify the most frequently used outcome measures for malnutrition risk and malnutrition, analyze their content and psychometric properties. The study found that the most commonly used outcome measures include body mass index, albumin, Mini Nutritional Assessment, hemoglobin, and Subjective Global Assessment. Among them, the Mini Nutritional Assessment has the most psychometrically sound properties, while the Patient-Generated Subjective Global Assessment covers the most meaningful concepts.
JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
I Armadans-Tremolosa, G. Guilera, M. Las Heras, A. Castrechini, A. Selva-O'Callaghan
Summary: This qualitative study identified various environmental factors that impact the health-related quality of life of patients with idiopathic inflammatory myopathies, including personal consumption products, health professionals, health services and policies, products and technology for daily living, and immediate family members.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Matilde Leonardi, Haejung Lee, Nenad Kostanjsek, Arianna Fornari, Alberto Raggi, Andrea Martinuzzi, Manuel Yanez, Ann-Helene Almborg, Magdalena Fresk, Yanina Besstrashnova, Alexander Shoshmin, Shamyr Sulyvan Castro, Eduardo Santana Cordeiro, Marie Cuenot, Christine Haas, Soraya Maart, Thomas Maribo, Janice Miller, Masahiko Mukaino, Stefanus Snyman, Ulrike Trinks, Heidi Anttila, Jaana Paltamaa, Patricia Saleeby, Lucilla Frattura, Ros Madden, Catherine Sykes, Coen H. van Gool, Jakub Hrkal, Miroslav Zvolsky, Petra Sladkova, Marie Vikdal, Guorun Auour Haroardottir, Josephine Foubert, Robert Jakob, Michaela Coenen, Olaf Kraus de Camargo
Summary: The International Classification of Functioning Disability and Health (ICF) has gained increased interest in various sectors since its approval in 2001. Most countries primarily use ICF in clinical practice, policy development, and education areas. Although ICF is applied in different sectors, it is not mandatory in most countries.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Agnieszka Cwirlej-Sozanska, Bernard Sozanski, Mateusz Kupczyk, Justyna Leszczak, Andrzej Kwolek, Anna Wilmowska-Pietruszynska, Agnieszka Wisniowska-Szurlej
Summary: This study assessed the disability of Huntington's disease patients in Poland using the 12-item WHODAS 2.0 and found that the scale is effective in evaluating disability and changes in functioning among individuals with Huntington's disease.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Olivera Bukvic, Gunilla Carlsson, Giedre Gefenaite, Bjorn Slaug, Steven M. Schmidt, Enrico Ronchi
Summary: This scoping review examines the impact of functional limitations on evacuation performance in public buildings and proposes a new method of classifying functional limitations to assess evacuation efficiency. By using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health, the review helps to identify major activities during evacuation and improve the overall evacuation process.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Mohammad Etoom, Alhadi M. M. Jahan, Alia Alghwiri, Francesco Lena, Nicola Modugno
Summary: Management of ataxia involves rehabilitation, symptomatic management, and functional improvement. Content analysis of recommended ataxia rating scales can help clinicians select the most appropriate scale for assessing ataxic symptoms and their impact on function.
Review
Pediatrics
Merav Hadar-Frumer, Huib Ten Napel, Maria Jose Yuste-Sanchez, Isabel Rodriguez-Costa
Summary: The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework is gaining interest in child rehabilitation as it focuses on the person's functioning rather than their medical diagnosis. However, there is a lack of accurate understanding and application of the ICF in the field of aquatic activities for children with developmental delay. A survey on studies published between 2010 and 2020 found that many articles did not refer to the ICF model accurately. To improve the use of the ICF in evaluations and goal-setting, increased knowledge and understanding of the framework and language is necessary, as well as improved understanding among instructors and researchers in the aquatic environment.
Editorial Material
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Ingrid Scholten, Sarah Barradell, Jane Bickford, Monica Moran
Summary: The World Health Organization's International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health plays a crucial role in shaping professional behavior and positively influencing health and social care practice. This guide provides practical tips for educators to integrate ICF throughout the curriculum, supporting student learning and promoting interprofessional and inclusive practice.
Article
Clinical Neurology
G. Berzina, A. Vetra, K. S. Sunnerhagen
ACTA NEUROLOGICA SCANDINAVICA
(2016)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Guna Berzina, Baiba Smilskalne, Anita Vetra, Katharina Stibrant Sunnerhagen
Correction
Medicine, General & Internal
G. Berzina, B. Smilskalne, A. Vetra
Article
Rehabilitation
Markku Paanalahti, Guna Berzina, Asa Lundgren-Nilsson, Toni Arndt, Katharina S. Sunnerhagen
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2019)
Article
Rehabilitation
Guna Berzina, Markku Paanalahti, Asa Lundgren-Nilsson, Katharina S. Sunnerhagen
JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2013)
Meeting Abstract
Rehabilitation
Baiba Smilskalne, Guna Berzina, Jelena Gormalova, Anita Vetra
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION RESEARCH
(2009)
Article
Behavioral Sciences
Illa Mihejeva, Anita Vetra, Guna Berzina
BRAIN AND BEHAVIOR
(2018)
Article
Behavioral Sciences
Pelin Atalan, Guna Berzina, Katharina S. Sunnerhagen
Summary: This study examined the role of mobility limitations and vitality in predicting post-stroke pain, finding that standing without losing balance and vitality were significant predictors. The results suggest that restrictions in mobility and low vitality are important factors in the occurrence of post-stroke pain.
BRAIN AND BEHAVIOR
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Mayowa O. Owolabi, Amanda G. Thrift, Sheila Martins, Walter Johnson, Jeyaraj Pandian, Foad Abd-Allah, Cherian Varghese, Ajay Mahal, Joseph Yaria, Hoang T. Phan, Gregory Roth, Seana L. Gall, Richard Beare, Thanh G. Phan, Robert Mikulik, Bo Norrving, Valery L. Feigin
Summary: The survey found that low-income countries have fewer surveillance activities and lower overall scores for prevention compared to high-income countries. High-income countries have a higher proportion of stroke units and acute stroke treatments, while low-income countries lag behind. LMICs also provide less rehabilitation services.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STROKE
(2021)
Article
Behavioral Sciences
Agnese Karklina, Erik Chen, Guna Berzina, Katharina Stibrant Sunnerhagen
Summary: This study described the levels of physical activity in stroke patients in Sweden and Latvia, finding that patients spend most of the time in bed and alone. Patients in Sweden had higher physical activity levels and spent more time outside their bedroom.
BRAIN AND BEHAVIOR
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
Klinta Epalte, Signe Tomsone, Aivars Vetra, Guna Berzina
Summary: Background The digital assistant Vigo is a computer-generated artificial intelligence-based application that serves as a digital assistant to a stroke patient and his family. With its conversational chatbot and gamification elements it counsels, educates, and trains the stroke patient and patient's family on stroke, rehabilitation, care, and other related issues. Aim This study describes insights about The digital assitant Vigo usability from a patients' perspective. Methods Twelve patients tested the application at their home environment. Three semi-structured interviews were conducted with each participant to obtain information on the usability of the application. Deductive thematic analyses were used to analyze transcripts. Results Participants expressed their opinions on music, pictures, video and audio files, chat options, layout, text, name of application and stand that is used for placement of devices on which Vigo is installed on. All participants generally evaluated application as transparent, understandable, and handy. The overall design of the application was rated as good. Participants were mostly unsatisfied with difficulty level and diversity of exercises. Conclusions Participants had a positive attitude towards using tablet tehchnologies in their home environment. Users of digital assistant Vigo acknowledged its ability to support, give educational information and increase participation in therapeutic activities.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION-ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Guna Berzina, Unni Sveen, Markku Paanalahti, Katharina S. Sunnerhagen
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2016)
Meeting Abstract
Clinical Neurology
G. Berzina, A. Vetra, K. S. Sunnerhagen
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STROKE
(2015)
Meeting Abstract
Clinical Neurology
G. Berzina, A. Vetra, K. S. Sunnerhagen
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STROKE
(2015)