Relationship between the independence level of children with physical disabilities and physical health, quality of life and social support of their parents
Abstract
Purpose: The study was conducted to examine the relationship between physical health, quality of life and social support of the parents of children with physical disabilities and the independence level of these children.
Methods: Sixty-one mothers of disabled children aged between 18 and 50 years were included in the study. Their muscular strength and endurance, musculoskeletal pain, quality of life and received social support were evaluated. A hand-held dynamometer and McGill protocol were used to assess muscle strength and endurance, respectively. The Short Form-36 questionnaire was used to assess the quality of life, Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire was used to assess musculoskeletal pain and Multidimensional Perceived Social Support Scale was used to assess social support perceived. Wee Functional Independence Measure questionnaire was used to determine the functional independence of children with disabilities.
Results: There were statistically significant and positive correlations between Wee Functional Independence Measure scores of children and scores of mothers' social function subscale of Short Form-36 scale (p <0.05). There was a significant and negative relationship between Wee Functional Independence Measure scores of children and in 21 out of 33 of muscle group muscular strength of mothers (p <0.05).
Conclusion: Children who are functionally more independent in their daily lives influencing physical and social well-being of their mothers. Physiotherapy and rehabilitation programs should focus on increasing the independence level of children with disabilities.
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Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Health Care Administration
Journal Section
Research Article
Publication Date
August 31, 2020
Submission Date
August 27, 2019
Acceptance Date
January 16, 2020
Published in Issue
Year 2020 Volume: 7 Number: 2