Effect of task-specific training methods and home modifications on physical function and quality of life of person with physical disabilities in Sirindhorn Hospital Khon Kaen Province

Abstract

The objective of this study is to evaluate the effect of task-specific training methods for rehabilitation and home modifications on the physical function and quality of life of persons with physical disabilities in Sirindhorn Hospital Khon Kaen Province. 10 persons with physical disabilities were recruited based on designated criteria (5 men and 5 women, mean age 63.10 ± SD 17.15 years) Ten houses were successfully modified. After that PWDs were trained with 8-week task-specific training programs. Physical functions and Quality of life of PWDs before and after home modifications and post-training were recorded using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) questionnaire and the EQ-5D-5L Thai version. The results showed that the home and environment modification improved physical functions of PWDs, especially bathing, and mobility indoors and outdoors. The positive of 8-week task-specific training programs also improved walking, transfer crouch down, and mobility indoors and outdoors. Modifying homes and environments, along with 8-week task-specific training programs, is just one tool to enhance quality of life. (The Utility ranges from 0 to 1, with post-home modification increase by 0.3481, and after
8 weeks of training ​​increased. by 0.3778)

Keywords :     task-specific training, home modifications, persons with physical disabilities, physical function, quality of life