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The Influence of Walking Limitations on Daily Life: A Mixed-Methods Study of 14 Persons with Late Effects of Polio

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  • Christina Brogårdh

    (Department of Health Sciences, Lund University, S-221 00 Lund, Sweden
    Department of Neurology, Rehabilitation Medicine, Memory Disorders and Geriatrics, Skåne University Hospital, S-221 85 Lund, Sweden)

  • Jan Lexell

    (Department of Health Sciences, Lund University, S-221 00 Lund, Sweden
    Department of Neurology, Rehabilitation Medicine, Memory Disorders and Geriatrics, Skåne University Hospital, S-221 85 Lund, Sweden)

  • Catharina Sjödahl Hammarlund

    (Department of Health Sciences, Lund University, S-221 00 Lund, Sweden
    The PRO-CARE Group, School of Health and Society, Kristianstad University, S-291 39 Kristianstad, Sweden)

Abstract

Reduced walking ability is common in persons with late effects of polio (LEoP). Here, we explored how many walking limitations persons with LEoP perceive, and how these limitations influence daily life, by using a mixed-methods design. Fourteen persons (mean age 70 years, whereof 7 women) with LEoP responded to the Walking Impact Scale (Walk-12), and were interviewed individually. Qualitative data were analysed by systematic text condensation, and each quotation was deductively analysed in relation to the items in Walk-12. Running was perceived as most limited, whereas walking indoors without using support was perceived as least limited. A majority (>70%) were moderately to extremely limited in standing or walking, in walking speed and distance, which affected concentration and effort, as well as gait quality aspects. The limited walking ability intruded on many everyday activities, both indoors and outdoors, which affected social participation negatively. To increase safety when walking and reduce the fall risk, various strategies were adopted such as using aids, walking carefully, and avoiding risky activities. In conclusion, LEoP-related walking limitations influence participants’ activity and participation greatly. By using both the Walk-12 scale and face-to-face interviews, an increased understanding of how walking limitations influence everyday life was achieved.

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  • Christina Brogårdh & Jan Lexell & Catharina Sjödahl Hammarlund, 2022. "The Influence of Walking Limitations on Daily Life: A Mixed-Methods Study of 14 Persons with Late Effects of Polio," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 19(13), pages 1-12, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:19:y:2022:i:13:p:8157-:d:854793
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    1. Christina Brogårdh & Jan Lexell & Catharina Sjödahl Hammarlund, 2021. "Fall-Related Activity Avoidance among Persons with Late Effects of Polio and Its Influence on Daily Life: A Mixed-Methods Study," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 18(13), pages 1-11, July.
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