Validation of the Comprehensive International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) Core Set for Hand Conditions

Hand Therapy ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 58-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandra Kus ◽  
Caroline Dereskewitz ◽  
Maryam Wickert ◽  
Martina Schwab ◽  
Andreas Eisenschenk ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
International Classification ◽  
International Classification Of Functioning ◽  
Disability And Health ◽  
Icf Core Set ◽  
Core Set

scholarly journals Development International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health Core Set for Post Total Knee Replacement Rehabilitation Program: Delphi-Based Consensus Study in Taiwan

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 1630
Author(s):  
Shih-Wei Huang ◽  
Yi-Wen Chen ◽  
Reuben Escorpizo ◽  
Chun-De Liao ◽  
Tsan-Hon Liou
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Rehabilitation Program ◽  
International Classification ◽  
International Classification Of Functioning ◽  
Disability And Health ◽  
Icf Core Set ◽  
Core Set ◽  
Orthopedic Rehabilitation ◽  
Total Knee

Osteoarthritis is one of the leading causes of disability. Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a surgical intervention for patients with severe osteoarthritis. Post TKA rehabilitation is crucial for improving patient’s quality of life. However, traditional rehabilitation has only focused on physical function; a systemic analysis of other dimensions such as social participation and environmental factors of post TKA rehabilitation is lacking. The aim of this study was to develop a core set from the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) to create a comprehensive rehabilitation program for patients with osteoarthritis post TKA. Before the Delphi-based consensus process, a literature review process was performed for related ICF categories selection. We used a three-round Delphi-based consensus among 20 physical therapists with orthopedic rehabilitation expertise in a university-based hospital. A five-point Likert scale was used to rate the importance of each item. The consensus of ratings was analyzed using Spearman’s rho and semi-interquartile range indices. The ICF core set for post TKA rehabilitation was determined based on a high level of consensus and a mean score of ≥4.0 in the third Delphi-based consensus round. The ICF core set comprised 32 categories, with 13 regarding body function, four regarding body structures, nine regarding activities and participation, four regarding environmental factors, and two regarding personal factors. Our ICF core set for post TKA rehabilitation can provide information on effective rehabilitation strategies and goal setting for patients post TKA. However, further validation and feasibility assessments are warranted.

scholarly journals The development of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health Core Sets for deafblindness: A study protocol

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (12) ◽  
pp. e0261413
Author(s):  
Abinethaa Paramasivam ◽  
Atul Jaiswal ◽  
Renu Minhas ◽  
Peter Holzhey ◽  
Karen Keyes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
International Classification ◽  
International Classification Of Functioning ◽  
Disability And Health ◽  
Icf Core Set ◽  
Core Set ◽  
Core Sets ◽  
Icf Core Sets

Background Individuals with deafblindness experience a combination of hearing and vision impairments. The World Health Organization has developed a global framework referred to as the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) to describe health and functioning. From the full ICF classification, a selection of categories, referred to as ICF Core Sets, provide users with a tool to describe functioning and disability in specific health conditions. There has been no ICF Core Set created for deafblindness. Given that core sets are instrumental in improving clinical practice, research, and service delivery, the aim of this study is to develop an ICF Core Set for deafblindness. Methods As part of the preparatory phase in the ICF Core Set development, there are four studies that will be conducted. This includes the [1] systematic literature review that examines the researcher’s perspective, [2] qualitative study focusing on the individuals with deafblindness experience, [3] experts survey that looks at health professional’s perspective, and [4] empirical study that examines the clinical perspective. The studies will be conducted using the principles outlined by the ICF Research Branch for the development of ICF Core Sets. The systematic literature review protocol was submitted for registration on PROSPERO CRD42021247952. Discussion An ICF Core Set created for deafblindness will benefit individuals living with deafblindness who are often excluded from social participation, policies, and services. An ICF Core Set for deafblindness will have a significant impact on healthcare professionals, policymakers, researchers, service providers and individuals with deafblindness by facilitating communication among all stakeholder to support the functioning of those with deafblindness.

International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health core set for vision loss: A discussion paper and invitation

2021 ◽  
pp. 026461962110559
Author(s):  
Lorenzo Billiet ◽  
Dominique Van de Velde ◽  
Olga Overbury ◽  
Ruth MA Van Nispen
Keyword(s):  
Vision Loss ◽  
International Classification ◽  
World Health ◽  
International Classification Of Functioning ◽  
Disability And Health ◽  
Discussion Paper ◽  
Icf Core Set ◽  
Core Set ◽  
Common Framework

The World Health Organization created the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) to provide a common framework to understand and describe functioning and disability. To make the ICF more applicable for everyday use, an ICF core set can be developed. We are going to reduce the entire ICF of 1400 categories to essential categories that can be used in a specific health context. These ICF core sets are created through a scientific process based on preparatory studies and the involvement of a multidisciplinary group of experts. The aim of this project is the development of an internationally accepted, evidence-based and valid ICF core set for irreversible vision loss. This article describes the process that is followed in detail and invites stakeholders to participate in the development.

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