Clinimetric Evaluation of Functional Capacity and Quality of Life of Stroke Patients — Study Review

Abstract

Stroke is the second most common cause of death in the world after ischemic heart disease and is often associated with various long-term physical and neuropsychological consequences. Because stroke is one of the most common causes of disability, interest from researchers arCNSd the world is focused on assessing the functional capacity and quality of life among these patients. Many assessment tools, covering various functional areas, are available to clinicians and researchers working with people who have had a stroke. The presented analysis of research results of various authors indicates that stroke significantly affects physical and mental performance. The change in functional abilities, mood disorders, cognitive impairment and reduced social interactions are often observed in these patients. In stroke patients, the simultaneous use of several different scales for assessing patients’ conditions creates the possibility of correct qualification for rehabilitation, long-term forecasting, estimation of needs for possible care and an objective, more detailed analysis of the obtained results and changes occurring during the treatment process. (JNNN 2019;8(2):86–90)