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Adapted Physical Activity Quaterly, 2004

... For help, click here. Order this article APAQ, 21(4), October 2004, Copyright © 2004 Athletic... more ... For help, click here. Order this article APAQ, 21(4), October 2004, Copyright © 2004 Athletic Identity and Sports Participation in People With Spinal Cord Injury Tomasz Tasiemski; Paul Kennedy; Brian P. Gardner; Rachel A. Blaikley Full Article Table of Contents for Vol. 21, Iss. 4. ...

International Journal of Sport Psychology, 2013

Quality of Life Research, 2015

Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is considered an important measure of treatment and rehabi... more Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is considered an important measure of treatment and rehabilitation outcomes in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. In this study, we used multivariate regression analysis to examine the role of cognitive appraisals, adjusted for clinical, socioeconomic and demographic variables, as correlates of HRQoL in MS. The cross-sectional study included 257 MS patients, who completed Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale, Generalized Self-Efficacy Scale, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire, Treatment Beliefs Scale, Actually Received Support Scale (a part of Berlin Social Support Scale) and Socioeconomic Resources Scale. Demographic and clinical characteristics of the participants were collected with a self-report survey. Correlation and regression analyses were conducted to determine associations between the variables. Five variables, illness identity (β = 0.29, p ≤ 0.001), self-esteem (β = -0.22, p ≤ 0.001), general self-efficacy (β = -0.21, p ≤ 0.001), disability subgroup "EDSS" (β = 0.14, p = 0.006) and age (β = 0.12, p = 0.012), were significant correlates of HRQoL in MS. These variables explained 46 % of variance in the dependent variable. Moreover, we identified correlates of physical and psychological dimensions of HRQoL. Cognitive appraisals, such as general self-efficacy, self-esteem and illness perception, are more salient correlates of HRQoL than social support, socioeconomic resources and clinical characteristics, such as type and duration of MS. Therefore, interventions aimed at cognitive appraisals may also improve HRQoL of MS patients.

Journal of Human Kinetics, 2015

The aim of the study was to analyze etiology and the incidence of sports injuries among wheelchai... more The aim of the study was to analyze etiology and the incidence of sports injuries among wheelchair rugby players. Moreover, we verified if the levels of aggressiveness and anger presented by the athletes and their roles in the team influenced the incidence and severity of the injuries. The study involved 14 male players, members of the Polish National Wheelchair Rugby Team. During a 9-month period, the athletes participated in up to 9 training camps and 4 Wheelchair Rugby tournaments. The study was based on the Competitive Aggressiveness and Anger Scale, registry of sports injuries consulted and non-consulted with a physician and a demographic questionnaire. The following observations were made during the 9-month period corresponding to a mean of 25 training and tournament days: 1) wheelchair rugby players experienced primarily minor injuries (n=102) that did not require a medical intervention, 2) only four injuries needed to be consulted by a physician, 3) sports injuries occurred more frequently among offensive players than in defensive players, 4) offensive players showed a tendency to higher levels of anger and aggressiveness than defensive players. It can be concluded that wheelchair rugby is a discipline associated with a high incidence of minor injuries that do not require a medical intervention. The incidence rate of injuries during the analyzed period was 0.3 per athlete per training day.

Neurorehabilitation

The purpose of this study is to assess satisfaction with life domains in people with spinal cord ... more The purpose of this study is to assess satisfaction with life domains in people with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and investigate whether participation in sports and physical recreation is associated with life satisfaction in SCI. 1,748 randomly selected participants with SCI who fulfilled the criteria: SCI at level C5 or below, wheelchair dependent; aged 18-50 at the time of injury; at least 1 year post-injury, were approached to take part in this study. Completed replies were received from 985 individuals with SCI (198 women, 798 men). The measures used included the Sports Participation Questionnaire, the Life Satisfaction Questionnaire and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. The numbers of hours participating in sports decreased significantly after injury. There was a greater decrease in numbers participating in team sports in comparison to the decrease seen in numbers participating in individual sports. The highest level of satisfaction existed within social domains such as: family life and contacts with friends. The lowest level of satisfaction was found in regard to the participant's sexual life and vocational situation. Higher satisfaction with life in general was demonstrated in respondents with SCI involved in sports or physical recreation compared to those not participating in physical activities.

Polish Journal of Physiotherapy, 2011

Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja, Jan 30, 2002

Spinal cord injuries often have impact on patient;s further life. In early period after trauma th... more Spinal cord injuries often have impact on patient;s further life. In early period after trauma there are many medical problems, later on one can observe the decrease of quality of life. In this article a comprehensive review of liteature relating to the situation of persons after SCI has been presented. It means social condition, familiar life, education, vocational status, sport, recreation and psychological implications.

Adapted physical activity quarterly : APAQ, 2011

This study examined interrelationships among athletic identity, sport participation, and psycholo... more This study examined interrelationships among athletic identity, sport participation, and psychological adjustment in a sample of people with spinal cord injury (SCI). Participants (N = 1,034) completed measures of athletic identity, life satisfaction, anxiety, depression, and demographic and sport participation variables. Current amount of weekly sport participation was positively related to athletic identity when statistically controlling for age, gender, and pre-SCI amount of weekly sport participation. Being able to practice one's favorite sport after SCI was associated with higher levels of athletic identity and better psychological adjustment. Team sport participants reported experiencing better psychological adjustment than individual sport participants did. The findings suggest that social factors are important in the link between sport participation and psychological adjustment in people with SCI.

Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja

Quality of life evaluation is nowadays an important element in the assessment of treatment and re... more Quality of life evaluation is nowadays an important element in the assessment of treatment and rehabilitation effectiveness in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). According to studies of patients with other diseases, objective indicators of life quality are not directly related to the level of subjective life satisfaction. Both dimensions should be taken into account in a reliable evaluation of the quality of life of any patient. The analysis of available literature reveals few publications concerned with evaluating quality of life in people with RA in both the objective and subjective dimensions. A total of 42 people with RA took part in the study. The Life Satisfaction Questionnaire was used to assess subjective quality of life, and the objective dimension was assessed with a questionnaire investigating education, employment, income etc., before and after the disease was diagnosed. The study found that people with RA perceive their global life satisfaction as low. Only 38% of t...

The journal of spinal cord medicine, 2013

To compare the differences in life satisfaction and life values among people with spinal cord inj... more To compare the differences in life satisfaction and life values among people with spinal cord injury (SCI) living in three economically similar Asian countries: India, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka. Cross-sectional and comparative investigation using the unified questionnaire. Indian Spinal Injuries Centre in New Delhi (India), Spinal Cord Rehabilitation Department of the Bach Mai Hospital in Hanoi (Vietnam), and Foundation for the Rehabilitation of the Disabled in Colombo (Sri Lanka). Two hundred and thirty-seven people with SCI using a wheelchair; 79 from India, 92 from Vietnam, and 66 from Sri Lanka. Life Satisfaction Questionnaire, Chinese Value Survey. People with SCI in Vietnam had significantly higher general life satisfaction than participants in India and Sri Lanka. Significant differences were identified in several demographic and life situation variables among the three Asian countries. With regard to "Traditional", "Universal", and "Personal" life ...

Human Movement, 2013

Purpose. Physical activity (PA) is known to have a positive influence on many physical and psycho... more Purpose. Physical activity (PA) is known to have a positive influence on many physical and psychological aspects of human life. Despite the many benefits of an active lifestyle, the majority of adults in Western Europe do not perform regular PA, and this is especially so for adults with a disability, such as the blind and visually impaired. The purpose of this study was to assess the type and intensity of physical activity and subjective quality of life (life satisfaction) of blind and visually impaired individuals living in Poland and to analyze for potential differences in terms of their physical activity levels. Method. The short form International Physical Activity Questionnaire and the Life Satisfaction Questionnaire were administered to a sample of eighty-two individuals (mean age 38 years) with varying degrees of vision loss. Results. The study found that more than 50% of the respondents were classified as being highly active and that the total sample was "rather satisfied" with life "as a whole". The level of PA performed was significantly positively correlated with the level of life satisfaction. Conclusions. PA increases the subjective quality of life in blind and visually impaired individuals.

Disability and Rehabilitation, 2014

Abstract Purpose: Our aim was to identify demographic, clinical and socioeconomic predictors of s... more Abstract Purpose: Our aim was to identify demographic, clinical and socioeconomic predictors of self-management in multiple sclerosis (MS). Methods: The study was performed on a group of 283 patients with multiple sclerosis who completed Multiple Sclerosis Self-Management Scale - Revised (MSSM-R), Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale (MSIS-29), Actually Received Support Scale (part of Berlin Social Support Scale), Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) and Socioeconomic resources scale. Patients were recruited through cooperation with Multiple Sclerosis Rehabilitation Centre in Borne Sulinowo and Polish Society of Multiple Sclerosis. Demographic and illness-related problems were determined with self-report survey. Results: The group consisted of 185 women and 98 men, with a mean age of 48 years. The level of disability and disease severity varied, mean time elapsed since MS diagnosis was 13 years. The final predictive model of self-management in MS was based on two main predictors: received support and available socioeconomic resources. Patients with MS who received adequate support from the closest relatives (R(2 )= 0.07, F(1, 279) = 21.84, p ≤ 0.01) and had larger available socioeconomic resources (R(2) = 0.11, F(2, 278) = 17.06, p ≤ 0.01), turned out to be the most effective in self-management. Moreover, a relationship between self-management in MS and gender as well as monthly income attributable to one family member was documented. Conclusion: We identified a group of MS patients who are at an increased risk of poor self-management and therefore require more attention from medical staff. This group includes patients with low level of received support, low socioeconomic resources and to a lesser degree men, and also persons receiving low monthly income. Implications for Rehabilitation Self-management of chronic illness is a key component of active participation in rehabilitation process. Low self-management in multiple sclerosis (MS) is considered to be one of the most important factors contributing to low rehabilitation efficacy, more severe long-term complications and increase in healthcare costs. Knowledge on predictors of self-management should be used in clinical practice when providing treatment, support, education and rehabilitation for patients with MS. Increasing support and improving social conditions are potentially important targets for interventions aimed at optimization of self-management, and thereby reduction of health care costs and improvement of health.

NeuroRehabilitation, 2005

The purpose of this study is to assess satisfaction with life domains in people with spinal cord ... more The purpose of this study is to assess satisfaction with life domains in people with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and investigate whether participation in sports and physical recreation is associated with life satisfaction in SCI. 1,748 randomly selected participants with SCI who fulfilled the criteria: SCI at level C5 or below, wheelchair dependent; aged 18-50 at the time of injury; at least 1 year post-injury, were approached to take part in this study. Completed replies were received from 985 individuals with SCI (198 women, 798 men). The measures used included the Sports Participation Questionnaire, the Life Satisfaction Questionnaire and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. The numbers of hours participating in sports decreased significantly after injury. There was a greater decrease in numbers participating in team sports in comparison to the decrease seen in numbers participating in individual sports. The highest level of satisfaction existed within social domains such as...

Physiotherapy, 2009

Celem pracy była ocena obiektywnej oraz subiektywnej jakości życia kobiet po mastektomii. W badan... more Celem pracy była ocena obiektywnej oraz subiektywnej jakości życia kobiet po mastektomii. W badaniu udział wzięły 53 kobiety, u których średni wiek w dniu badania wyniósł 57 lat. Do badania wykorzystano ankietę zawierającą pytania dotyczące obiektywnej jakości życia oraz Kwestionariusz Satysfakcji Życiowej oceniający subiektywną jakość życia. Badania wykazały, że kobiety po mastektomii są usatysfakcjonowane ze swojego życia, szczególnie z relacji z przyjaciółmi i znajomymi. Badania wykazały również, że kobiety po mastektomii częściej wybierają pasywne formy spędzania czasu wolnego, takie jak oglądanie telewizji (64,2%), niż formy aktywne, np. podróżowanie (43,4%). Aktywność zawodowa u badanych osób spadła o 43,4% w stosunku do sytuacji przed chorobą. Głównymi determinantami ogólnej satysfakcji życiowej badanych kobiet był poziom zadowolenia z życia seksualnego oraz sposobu spędzania czasu wolnego.

Psychology, Health & Medicine, 2006

This study aimed to evaluate the preliminary psychometric properties of the Hospital Anxiety and ... more This study aimed to evaluate the preliminary psychometric properties of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) in a community sample of adults living with a spinal cord injury (SCI). A cross-sectional design was used with 963 people living in the community with an SCI. Participants were recruited via three spinal centres in the United Kingdom. They completed the HADS and the Life Satisfaction Questionnaire. Psychometric analyses were conducted for the whole sample, by gender and level of injury. The HADS demonstrated good internal consistency, with promising content validity. Two factors, approximating to anxiety and depression were extracted via factor analysis for the whole sample, by gender and level of injury. In line with existing literature, females scored significantly higher than males on the anxiety subscale. Item 7 ("I can sit at ease and feel relaxed") was found to be a complex item, with a potentially different meaning within this population. This study presents preliminary findings, which support the psychometric integrity of the HADS within an outpatient population with SCI. Items that included potential somatic components revealed a more complex factor loading profile. Recommendations are made to further investigate this measure with amendments to such items, incorporating inpatients and independent measures of anxiety and depression to address validity directly.

AbSTrAcT Purpose. The purpose of this study was to determine the athletic identity (AI) of blind ... more AbSTrAcT Purpose. The purpose of this study was to determine the athletic identity (AI) of blind and able-bodied tandem cyclists and explore its relationship to selected variables. An additional objective of this study was to analyze the reliability of the seven-item Athletic Identity Measurement Scale (AIMS) for tandem cyclists. Methods. The participants (N = 50) completed measures of AI, variables characterizing their loss of vision (degree and time of loss) and variables characterizing their sports level (the number of hours of training per week and sports experience). Results. The AI level of able-bodied tandem captains is significantly higher than the level in visually impaired athletes. blind tandem cyclists were found to be a fairly homogeneous group according to AI. There were no differences in AI and the degree and time of vision loss, the number of hours of training per week and when a cycling license was received. Psychometric analysis showed that AIMS is a reliable and consistent research tool in the evaluation of AI of tandem cyclists. Conclusions. The findings suggest that there is a need to increase the involvement of blind cyclists in the sport as well as their responsibility for sports results.

Adapted Physical Activity Quaterly, 2004

... For help, click here. Order this article APAQ, 21(4), October 2004, Copyright © 2004 Athletic... more ... For help, click here. Order this article APAQ, 21(4), October 2004, Copyright © 2004 Athletic Identity and Sports Participation in People With Spinal Cord Injury Tomasz Tasiemski; Paul Kennedy; Brian P. Gardner; Rachel A. Blaikley Full Article Table of Contents for Vol. 21, Iss. 4. ...

International Journal of Sport Psychology, 2013

Quality of Life Research, 2015

Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is considered an important measure of treatment and rehabi... more Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is considered an important measure of treatment and rehabilitation outcomes in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. In this study, we used multivariate regression analysis to examine the role of cognitive appraisals, adjusted for clinical, socioeconomic and demographic variables, as correlates of HRQoL in MS. The cross-sectional study included 257 MS patients, who completed Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale, Generalized Self-Efficacy Scale, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire, Treatment Beliefs Scale, Actually Received Support Scale (a part of Berlin Social Support Scale) and Socioeconomic Resources Scale. Demographic and clinical characteristics of the participants were collected with a self-report survey. Correlation and regression analyses were conducted to determine associations between the variables. Five variables, illness identity (β = 0.29, p ≤ 0.001), self-esteem (β = -0.22, p ≤ 0.001), general self-efficacy (β = -0.21, p ≤ 0.001), disability subgroup "EDSS" (β = 0.14, p = 0.006) and age (β = 0.12, p = 0.012), were significant correlates of HRQoL in MS. These variables explained 46 % of variance in the dependent variable. Moreover, we identified correlates of physical and psychological dimensions of HRQoL. Cognitive appraisals, such as general self-efficacy, self-esteem and illness perception, are more salient correlates of HRQoL than social support, socioeconomic resources and clinical characteristics, such as type and duration of MS. Therefore, interventions aimed at cognitive appraisals may also improve HRQoL of MS patients.

Journal of Human Kinetics, 2015

The aim of the study was to analyze etiology and the incidence of sports injuries among wheelchai... more The aim of the study was to analyze etiology and the incidence of sports injuries among wheelchair rugby players. Moreover, we verified if the levels of aggressiveness and anger presented by the athletes and their roles in the team influenced the incidence and severity of the injuries. The study involved 14 male players, members of the Polish National Wheelchair Rugby Team. During a 9-month period, the athletes participated in up to 9 training camps and 4 Wheelchair Rugby tournaments. The study was based on the Competitive Aggressiveness and Anger Scale, registry of sports injuries consulted and non-consulted with a physician and a demographic questionnaire. The following observations were made during the 9-month period corresponding to a mean of 25 training and tournament days: 1) wheelchair rugby players experienced primarily minor injuries (n=102) that did not require a medical intervention, 2) only four injuries needed to be consulted by a physician, 3) sports injuries occurred more frequently among offensive players than in defensive players, 4) offensive players showed a tendency to higher levels of anger and aggressiveness than defensive players. It can be concluded that wheelchair rugby is a discipline associated with a high incidence of minor injuries that do not require a medical intervention. The incidence rate of injuries during the analyzed period was 0.3 per athlete per training day.

Neurorehabilitation

The purpose of this study is to assess satisfaction with life domains in people with spinal cord ... more The purpose of this study is to assess satisfaction with life domains in people with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and investigate whether participation in sports and physical recreation is associated with life satisfaction in SCI. 1,748 randomly selected participants with SCI who fulfilled the criteria: SCI at level C5 or below, wheelchair dependent; aged 18-50 at the time of injury; at least 1 year post-injury, were approached to take part in this study. Completed replies were received from 985 individuals with SCI (198 women, 798 men). The measures used included the Sports Participation Questionnaire, the Life Satisfaction Questionnaire and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. The numbers of hours participating in sports decreased significantly after injury. There was a greater decrease in numbers participating in team sports in comparison to the decrease seen in numbers participating in individual sports. The highest level of satisfaction existed within social domains such as: family life and contacts with friends. The lowest level of satisfaction was found in regard to the participant's sexual life and vocational situation. Higher satisfaction with life in general was demonstrated in respondents with SCI involved in sports or physical recreation compared to those not participating in physical activities.

Polish Journal of Physiotherapy, 2011

Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja, Jan 30, 2002

Spinal cord injuries often have impact on patient;s further life. In early period after trauma th... more Spinal cord injuries often have impact on patient;s further life. In early period after trauma there are many medical problems, later on one can observe the decrease of quality of life. In this article a comprehensive review of liteature relating to the situation of persons after SCI has been presented. It means social condition, familiar life, education, vocational status, sport, recreation and psychological implications.

Adapted physical activity quarterly : APAQ, 2011

This study examined interrelationships among athletic identity, sport participation, and psycholo... more This study examined interrelationships among athletic identity, sport participation, and psychological adjustment in a sample of people with spinal cord injury (SCI). Participants (N = 1,034) completed measures of athletic identity, life satisfaction, anxiety, depression, and demographic and sport participation variables. Current amount of weekly sport participation was positively related to athletic identity when statistically controlling for age, gender, and pre-SCI amount of weekly sport participation. Being able to practice one's favorite sport after SCI was associated with higher levels of athletic identity and better psychological adjustment. Team sport participants reported experiencing better psychological adjustment than individual sport participants did. The findings suggest that social factors are important in the link between sport participation and psychological adjustment in people with SCI.

Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja

Quality of life evaluation is nowadays an important element in the assessment of treatment and re... more Quality of life evaluation is nowadays an important element in the assessment of treatment and rehabilitation effectiveness in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). According to studies of patients with other diseases, objective indicators of life quality are not directly related to the level of subjective life satisfaction. Both dimensions should be taken into account in a reliable evaluation of the quality of life of any patient. The analysis of available literature reveals few publications concerned with evaluating quality of life in people with RA in both the objective and subjective dimensions. A total of 42 people with RA took part in the study. The Life Satisfaction Questionnaire was used to assess subjective quality of life, and the objective dimension was assessed with a questionnaire investigating education, employment, income etc., before and after the disease was diagnosed. The study found that people with RA perceive their global life satisfaction as low. Only 38% of t...

The journal of spinal cord medicine, 2013

To compare the differences in life satisfaction and life values among people with spinal cord inj... more To compare the differences in life satisfaction and life values among people with spinal cord injury (SCI) living in three economically similar Asian countries: India, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka. Cross-sectional and comparative investigation using the unified questionnaire. Indian Spinal Injuries Centre in New Delhi (India), Spinal Cord Rehabilitation Department of the Bach Mai Hospital in Hanoi (Vietnam), and Foundation for the Rehabilitation of the Disabled in Colombo (Sri Lanka). Two hundred and thirty-seven people with SCI using a wheelchair; 79 from India, 92 from Vietnam, and 66 from Sri Lanka. Life Satisfaction Questionnaire, Chinese Value Survey. People with SCI in Vietnam had significantly higher general life satisfaction than participants in India and Sri Lanka. Significant differences were identified in several demographic and life situation variables among the three Asian countries. With regard to "Traditional", "Universal", and "Personal" life ...

Human Movement, 2013

Purpose. Physical activity (PA) is known to have a positive influence on many physical and psycho... more Purpose. Physical activity (PA) is known to have a positive influence on many physical and psychological aspects of human life. Despite the many benefits of an active lifestyle, the majority of adults in Western Europe do not perform regular PA, and this is especially so for adults with a disability, such as the blind and visually impaired. The purpose of this study was to assess the type and intensity of physical activity and subjective quality of life (life satisfaction) of blind and visually impaired individuals living in Poland and to analyze for potential differences in terms of their physical activity levels. Method. The short form International Physical Activity Questionnaire and the Life Satisfaction Questionnaire were administered to a sample of eighty-two individuals (mean age 38 years) with varying degrees of vision loss. Results. The study found that more than 50% of the respondents were classified as being highly active and that the total sample was "rather satisfied" with life "as a whole". The level of PA performed was significantly positively correlated with the level of life satisfaction. Conclusions. PA increases the subjective quality of life in blind and visually impaired individuals.

Disability and Rehabilitation, 2014

Abstract Purpose: Our aim was to identify demographic, clinical and socioeconomic predictors of s... more Abstract Purpose: Our aim was to identify demographic, clinical and socioeconomic predictors of self-management in multiple sclerosis (MS). Methods: The study was performed on a group of 283 patients with multiple sclerosis who completed Multiple Sclerosis Self-Management Scale - Revised (MSSM-R), Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale (MSIS-29), Actually Received Support Scale (part of Berlin Social Support Scale), Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) and Socioeconomic resources scale. Patients were recruited through cooperation with Multiple Sclerosis Rehabilitation Centre in Borne Sulinowo and Polish Society of Multiple Sclerosis. Demographic and illness-related problems were determined with self-report survey. Results: The group consisted of 185 women and 98 men, with a mean age of 48 years. The level of disability and disease severity varied, mean time elapsed since MS diagnosis was 13 years. The final predictive model of self-management in MS was based on two main predictors: received support and available socioeconomic resources. Patients with MS who received adequate support from the closest relatives (R(2 )= 0.07, F(1, 279) = 21.84, p ≤ 0.01) and had larger available socioeconomic resources (R(2) = 0.11, F(2, 278) = 17.06, p ≤ 0.01), turned out to be the most effective in self-management. Moreover, a relationship between self-management in MS and gender as well as monthly income attributable to one family member was documented. Conclusion: We identified a group of MS patients who are at an increased risk of poor self-management and therefore require more attention from medical staff. This group includes patients with low level of received support, low socioeconomic resources and to a lesser degree men, and also persons receiving low monthly income. Implications for Rehabilitation Self-management of chronic illness is a key component of active participation in rehabilitation process. Low self-management in multiple sclerosis (MS) is considered to be one of the most important factors contributing to low rehabilitation efficacy, more severe long-term complications and increase in healthcare costs. Knowledge on predictors of self-management should be used in clinical practice when providing treatment, support, education and rehabilitation for patients with MS. Increasing support and improving social conditions are potentially important targets for interventions aimed at optimization of self-management, and thereby reduction of health care costs and improvement of health.

NeuroRehabilitation, 2005

The purpose of this study is to assess satisfaction with life domains in people with spinal cord ... more The purpose of this study is to assess satisfaction with life domains in people with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and investigate whether participation in sports and physical recreation is associated with life satisfaction in SCI. 1,748 randomly selected participants with SCI who fulfilled the criteria: SCI at level C5 or below, wheelchair dependent; aged 18-50 at the time of injury; at least 1 year post-injury, were approached to take part in this study. Completed replies were received from 985 individuals with SCI (198 women, 798 men). The measures used included the Sports Participation Questionnaire, the Life Satisfaction Questionnaire and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. The numbers of hours participating in sports decreased significantly after injury. There was a greater decrease in numbers participating in team sports in comparison to the decrease seen in numbers participating in individual sports. The highest level of satisfaction existed within social domains such as...

Physiotherapy, 2009

Celem pracy była ocena obiektywnej oraz subiektywnej jakości życia kobiet po mastektomii. W badan... more Celem pracy była ocena obiektywnej oraz subiektywnej jakości życia kobiet po mastektomii. W badaniu udział wzięły 53 kobiety, u których średni wiek w dniu badania wyniósł 57 lat. Do badania wykorzystano ankietę zawierającą pytania dotyczące obiektywnej jakości życia oraz Kwestionariusz Satysfakcji Życiowej oceniający subiektywną jakość życia. Badania wykazały, że kobiety po mastektomii są usatysfakcjonowane ze swojego życia, szczególnie z relacji z przyjaciółmi i znajomymi. Badania wykazały również, że kobiety po mastektomii częściej wybierają pasywne formy spędzania czasu wolnego, takie jak oglądanie telewizji (64,2%), niż formy aktywne, np. podróżowanie (43,4%). Aktywność zawodowa u badanych osób spadła o 43,4% w stosunku do sytuacji przed chorobą. Głównymi determinantami ogólnej satysfakcji życiowej badanych kobiet był poziom zadowolenia z życia seksualnego oraz sposobu spędzania czasu wolnego.

Psychology, Health & Medicine, 2006

This study aimed to evaluate the preliminary psychometric properties of the Hospital Anxiety and ... more This study aimed to evaluate the preliminary psychometric properties of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) in a community sample of adults living with a spinal cord injury (SCI). A cross-sectional design was used with 963 people living in the community with an SCI. Participants were recruited via three spinal centres in the United Kingdom. They completed the HADS and the Life Satisfaction Questionnaire. Psychometric analyses were conducted for the whole sample, by gender and level of injury. The HADS demonstrated good internal consistency, with promising content validity. Two factors, approximating to anxiety and depression were extracted via factor analysis for the whole sample, by gender and level of injury. In line with existing literature, females scored significantly higher than males on the anxiety subscale. Item 7 ("I can sit at ease and feel relaxed") was found to be a complex item, with a potentially different meaning within this population. This study presents preliminary findings, which support the psychometric integrity of the HADS within an outpatient population with SCI. Items that included potential somatic components revealed a more complex factor loading profile. Recommendations are made to further investigate this measure with amendments to such items, incorporating inpatients and independent measures of anxiety and depression to address validity directly.

AbSTrAcT Purpose. The purpose of this study was to determine the athletic identity (AI) of blind ... more AbSTrAcT Purpose. The purpose of this study was to determine the athletic identity (AI) of blind and able-bodied tandem cyclists and explore its relationship to selected variables. An additional objective of this study was to analyze the reliability of the seven-item Athletic Identity Measurement Scale (AIMS) for tandem cyclists. Methods. The participants (N = 50) completed measures of AI, variables characterizing their loss of vision (degree and time of loss) and variables characterizing their sports level (the number of hours of training per week and sports experience). Results. The AI level of able-bodied tandem captains is significantly higher than the level in visually impaired athletes. blind tandem cyclists were found to be a fairly homogeneous group according to AI. There were no differences in AI and the degree and time of vision loss, the number of hours of training per week and when a cycling license was received. Psychometric analysis showed that AIMS is a reliable and consistent research tool in the evaluation of AI of tandem cyclists. Conclusions. The findings suggest that there is a need to increase the involvement of blind cyclists in the sport as well as their responsibility for sports results.