Disability survey of the ten most common neuromusculoskeletal problems among the residents of Golden Acres

Date of Completion

1993

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Keywords

Disability Studies, Public Health

Abstract

The study used a descriptive study with a checklist to learn the presence of a certain sign or symptom after the physical examination and review of systems. The researchers discovered ten most common neuromusculoskeletal problems among the residents of Golden Acres. The gathered data tabulated and encoded using Lotus 123, statistical software used to process the data and ranked according to frequency. Through an interview and review of systems, the results showed the ten most common neuromusculoskeletal problems of the residents of Golden Acres. 1. Loss of speed of motor activities. 2. Gait disturbances. 3. Deformity. 4. Visual impairment. 5. Joint Pains. 6. Edema 7. Impair proprioception. 8. Tightness. 9. Backache and 10. Contractures. The authors recommended a rehabilitation team led by a physiatrist that needed a more extensive study related to the four major limitations in the study. The authors also suggest that the administrators proceed with their plans for setting up a Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and rehabilitation unit within the institution. Such a unit should have part of its program, regular exercise, prevention of deformities and functional and vocational training.

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