Fear Of Fall And Activity Limitation In Subjects With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Journal Title: International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 6
Abstract
Background: Falls are common event in Rheumatoid Arthritis subjects.Subjects with rheumatoid arthritis maybe at increased risk of falling because they frequently experience muscle weakness,gaitimpairments,anddepressions.Thus, the study aimed to explore fear of falling and activity limitation in Rheumatoid arthritis subjects. Materials and methods:Rheumatoid arthritis subjects (N=52) between the age group 35-50 years were assessed for fear of fall by using Fall efficacy scale-International and activities of daily living was assessed by use of Health assessment questionnaire i.e. HAQ(Indianversion) Results:51% reported severe risk of falling,27%moderate and 21% low risk of falling. 52% subjects with rheumatoid arthritis showed severe activity limitation and functional disability.42% showed moderate activity limitation and functional disability.Activities commonly affected included stair climbing,walking,arising,shopping,getting in/out of vehicle. Conclusion:Activity limitation due to fear of fall is the common concern indicated by subject with Rheumatoid Arthritis. K
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Tejal Tomke, Anjali Puntambekar, Niharika Gill
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