INVESTIGATING THE SATISFACTION LEVELS OF INDIVIDUALS WITH STROKE USING KINESIO WRISTBAND

Authors : Merve TOLMAÇ, Beyzanur DİKMEN HOŞBAŞ, Berna KARAMANCIOĞLU, Ömer ŞEVGİN, Deniz DEMİRCİ

Pages : 61-68

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Publication Date : 2023-07-31

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Aim: Kinesio Wristband was developed using the principles of neuroplasticity and biofeedback mechanism to prevent neglect of the hemiparatic upper extremity and to encourage the use of the hemiparetic upper extremity in stroke patients. If active movement does not appear in the hemiparatic upper extremity of the individual within one hour, the Kinesio Wristband will give a warning in the form of vibration. Thus, the individual will be aware that he/she should move the affected side upper extremity and use it in activities. The aim of the current study is to investigate the satisfaction levels of individuals with stroke using Kinesio Wristband. Method: The cross sectional study was conducted at the Safir Medical Center. The study included 20 stroke patients insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(9 females, 11 males); with a mean age of 51.50±15.37 insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(mean ± standard deviation); years who voluntarily received the Kinesio Wristband. Before the st udy, the level of knowledge about Kinesio Wristband and the level of belief in its functionality were questioned with the Visual Analog Scale insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(VAS);. The Quebec User Evaluation of Satisfaction with Assistive Technology insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(QUEST 2.0); questionnaire was used to question the satisfaction of the individuals after using the Kinesio Wristband for 4 weeks. Results: The mean level of knowledge about the Kinesio Wristband was 2.95±1.39 insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(min 0 max 7); and the mean level of belief in its functionality was 3.65±1.27 insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(min 1 max 5);. The mean score of the ‘assistive device’ heading of QUEST was 28.55± insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(7.42); insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(min 21 max 40); out of 40 points; the mean score of the ‘service’ heading of QUEST was 16.10± insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(2.99); insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(min 12 max 20); out of 20 points. As a result of the participants\` sel ection of the 3 items that they considered the most important among the 12 items related to satisfaction with QUEST, it was found that individuals selected regular follow up services with 30% insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(n:12);, professional service with 20% insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(n:8);, weight, ease of use and comfort with 12.5% insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(n: Conclusion: Individuals with stroke reported high assistive device and service satisfaction with Kinesio Wristband. The appearance, weight, ease of use, durability and satisfaction of the assistive devices used in rehabilitation positively affect the success of rehab ilitation. The Kinesio Wristband has the potential to be used in individuals with stroke, but there is a need to improve the current version of the device.
Keywords : Kinesio Wristband, Stroke, Satisfaction, Rehabilitation, Assistive Device

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