The impact of the energy cost of walking on the quality of life of post-stroke individuals: A one-year longitudinal study

The increased energy cost of walking (Cw) for stroke patients affects the walking function and walking independence of stroke patients. However, its impact on quality of life (QoL) has never been studied. Assess the association between Cw and QoL for post-stroke individuals in the year following hos...

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Published in:Disability and health journal 2022-10, Vol.15 (4), p.101345-101345, Article 101345
Main Authors: Compagnat, Maxence, Mandigout, Stéphane, Perrochon, Anaick, Salle, Jean Yves, Daviet, Jean Christophe
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Energy cost
Life Sciences
Longitudinal study
Oxygen cost
Quality of life
Stroke
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Summary:The increased energy cost of walking (Cw) for stroke patients affects the walking function and walking independence of stroke patients. However, its impact on quality of life (QoL) has never been studied. Assess the association between Cw and QoL for post-stroke individuals in the year following hospital discharge. Thirty-seven individuals with stroke were included. QoL was assessed by the EuroQol-5 Dimensions on the day after hospital discharge (T0), at six months (T1) and at one year after hospital discharge (T2). Concomitant an evaluation of Cw, mood disorders (HADS), fatigue, independence in activities of daily living and the presence of a family caregiver was performed. The association between QoL and the different covariates was analyzed using multiple regression analysis. At T2, data from 29 individuals were analyzable. Multiple regression analyses showed Cw had a significant influence on the QoL at T1 (coeff −0.42 (−0.71 to −0.12), P = .008) and T2 (coeff −0.49 (−0.71 to −0.26), P 
ISSN:1936-6574
1876-7583
DOI:10.1016/j.dhjo.2022.101345