The relationship between Rating of Everyday Arm‐use in the Community and Home (REACH) scale affected arm‐use assessment, activity and participation after stroke

• DOI: 10.1002/pri.2010
• Publication Date: 2023-04-27T19:38:38Z
• Authors: Adebimpe O. Obembe; Lisa A. Simpson; Janice J. Eng
• Keywords: Stroke; Barthel index; Hemiparesis; Community Participation

Abstract Background and Objectives While arm function has been traditionally used as a primary goal for upper extremity rehabilitation post‐stroke, we propose simple measure of use, which may translate into better activities participation. The aim was to determine the relationship between use measures activity Methods This cross‐sectional study with evaluative components involving community‐dwelling individuals chronic stroke. Rating Everyday Arm‐Use in Community Home (REACH) Scale assess affected Barthel Index domain Stroke Impact (SIS) activities, participation SIS participants were also asked if they resumed driving after Results Forty‐nine (mean age = 70.3 ± 11.5 years, male sex 51%) living effects stroke at least 3 months participated this study. There positive (Barthel score – r s 0.464; 0.686), ( 0.479), 0.581). scores higher dominant hemiparesis p 0.003) or left hemisphere lesions 0.005). greater 0.018). Conclusions Affected is related Given importance stroke, therapists consider utilizing REACH Scale, quick outcome measure, means implement effective interventions improving use.