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KMID : 0357220080200030019
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Journal of Korean Society Physical Therapy
2008 Volume.20 No. 3 p.19 ~ p.28
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The Fall Circumstance and Related Factors Associated with Fall in the Stroke Patients
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Kwon Mi-Ji
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Abstract
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Purpose: We analyzed the incidence of falls and the related factors, circumstances, and consequences associated with falls in stroke patients.
Methods: We recruited 127 stroke patients and used a self-reported questionnaire to measure fall prevalence rates and the related factors, circumstances, and consequences of falls. The chi-square test was used to establish associations between related factors.
Results: The prevalence of falls in stroke patients was 69.3%, and was associated with gender and time since the stroke. Falls occurred 2-5 times (55.4%) poststroke and most subjects first fall in the 26 month (46.5%) after the stroke. Most (55%) falls occurred at the hospital. Walking was the most frequent circumstance for falls (38.5%). Most (54.4%) falls led to consequences such as fractures, ligament strains, bruises, or abrasions.
Conclusion: Fall-prevention strategies decrease the number of falls and the severity of fall-related injuries. These data support the concept of preventive strategies for falls in stroke patients who are at risk.
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KEYWORD
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Fall, Stroke, related factor
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