Spir Brunal MA, Posada Borrero AM, Rodriguez Guevara C, Di Dio Castagna R, Velasquez Correa JC, Gonzalez Zuluaga M. [Interventions for functionally dependent adults and their caregivers during the COVID-19 pandemic].
Rehabilitacion (Madr) 2024;
58:100827. [PMID:
38160494 DOI:
10.1016/j.rh.2023.100827]
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Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the world population, especially people from social groups in a situation of greater vulnerability among people with some functional dependency. Therefore, the aim of this review was to describe interventions during the pandemic to preserve general health, maintain function and independence, and prevent COVID-19 infection for functionally dependent adults (FDA). A systematic search in databases was carried out. Titles and abstracts of each publication were reviewed for relevance. Full-text articles were accessed by two independent reviewers. The information found was classified into three categories: 1) FDA during the COVID-19 pandemic, 2) FDA during the COVID-19 pandemic according to a specific condition (neurological conditions, sensory disabilities/impairments, and cognitive impairment), and 3) Older adults with functional dependence. The FDAs have faced difficulties and barriers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Strengthening strategies such as telerehabilitation is suggested to avoid deterioration or aggravation of the functionality of dependent people.
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