EFFECTS OF INTERVENTION GROUP IN THE ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIFE FOR PEOPLE AFTER A STROKE

Abstract

Introduction: a stroke is described as neurological deficit occurring when there is an interruption of the blood supply and nutrients to a specific area of the brain resulting in brain injury. Limitations caused may interfere with the potential independence of individuals requiring rehabilitation with the goal to make the patient with hemiplegia as independent as possible in their daily routine. Objective: To investigate the effects of a group intervention for Activities of Daily Living (ADL) composed of six people after a stroke. Method: experimental design with pre-and post-test. The Barthel Index (BI) and Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM ) were used to measure the independence and satisfaction. Results: we observed an increase in independence, performance and satisfaction in performing ADL for all participants on BI and COPM. Conclusion: It was possible to identify the effectiveness of training ADL of patients with impairments after a chronic stroke. We suggest further studies covering different intervention goals.