Journal of Rehabilitation Sciences & Research

The Persian Version of the Nottingham Leisure Questionnaire: Translation, Cultural Adaptation, and Psychometric Properties

Majid Farhadian; Mitra Khalafbeigi; Malahat Akbarfahimi; Peyman Hassani Abharian; Farzaneh Yazdani; Ali Shoaei

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2024, , Pages 202-207

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Background: Leisure as an occupation plays an important role in people's daily lives. This study aimed to translate and culturally adapt the original Nottingham Leisure Questionnaire ... Read More

Psychometric Evaluation of the Persian Version of the Dysexecutive Questionnaire in Methamphetamine-Abstinent Individuals

Majid Farhadian; Malahat Akbarfahimi; Peyman Hassani Abharian

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2024, , Pages 215-220

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Background: Methamphetamine addiction is a growing global concern associated with executive dysfunctions that negatively impact daily life. Traditional tests for assessing executive ... Read More

Functional Classification Systems for Children with Cerebral Palsy:An ICF-Based Approach

azade riyahi; Mehdi rassafiani; Afsoon Hassani Mehraban; Malahat Akbarfahimi

Volume 11, Issue 3 , September 2024, , Pages 168-177

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Background: Cerebral palsy is one of the most prevalent physical disabilities in childhood. Children afflicted with this condition face a myriad of challenges and potential disabilities, ... Read More Background: Cerebral palsy is one of the most prevalent physical disabilities in childhood. Children afflicted with this condition face a myriad of challenges and potential disabilities, which complicate treatment efforts. Integrating scales with other diagnostic instruments is increasingly crucial for accurately assessing these children and devising effective treatment strategies. This study primarily aims to review functional classification systems based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) for children with cerebral palsy and explore the relationships among these systems.methods: This study was designed to review the ICF-based functional classification systems. A comprehensive search was conducted across multiple databases, including Google Scholar, PubMed, ERIC, OVID, ProQuest, Scopus, Web of Knowledge, and OTseeker. Search terms related to cerebral palsy and various aspects of body function, activity, and participation were utilized. The search was conducted until September 2022 to gather relevant literature for analysis.Results: The analysis of the reviewed articles revealed the existence of five valid and reliable classification systems. In most studies, the correlation among these systems was moderate. Owing to their simplicity and comprehensiveness, these classification systems have significantly impacted the depiction of the functional status of children with cerebral palsy and the quality of their care. However, additional classification systems remain needed to address other overlooked functions and complete the overall description.Conclusion: The outcomes of this review indicated the development of classification systems for certain functions in children with cerebral palsy. In conjunction with the classifications above, creating additional new systems for overlooked functions could offer a comprehensive and integrated understanding of children with cerebral palsy's crucial functional capacities and performances.

Enhancing Independence in Activities of Daily Living, Cognitive, and Physical Skills for Elderly with Dementia: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Meaningful Task-Oriented Intervention

Farzad Rabiei; Malahat Akbarfahimi; Mahtab Roohi-Azizi; Marjan Ghandi

Volume 11, Issue 2 , June 2024, , Pages 102-108

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Background: Dementia is recognized as a neurodegenerative disease that gradually causes serious cognitive, motor, and functional impairments in affected individuals. This study explored ... Read More Background: Dementia is recognized as a neurodegenerative disease that gradually causes serious cognitive, motor, and functional impairments in affected individuals. This study explored the impact of a meaningful task-oriented intervention on independence in activities of daily living, cognitive status, and physical abilities, including gait speed and balance, among elderly patients diagnosed with mild to moderate dementia.Methods: In this randomized controlled trial, 40 participants aged 60-70, with a Functional Assessment Staging Tool (FAST Scale) score of 1-5, were recruited. They were randomly assigned to either a control group (n=20) receiving standard care, including medication and routine consultation, or an intervention group (n=20) receiving standard care along with eight 45–60-minute sessions of task-oriented interventions. These interventions were centered around familiar daily life activities in the home environment and were conducted twice a week. The primary outcome measure was the participants' independence in activities of daily living, assessed using the Barthel Index. Secondary outcome measures included cognitive function, evaluated using Addenbrooke’s Cognitive Examination-Revised, and physical performance, assessed through the Timed Up and Go test, 10 Meter Walk Test, and Berg Balance Scale.Results: The meaningful task-oriented intervention demonstrated significant improvements in independence in activities of daily living (p<0.01) compared to the control group. Additionally, improvements were observed in cognitive function and physical performance, including balance, lower limb strength, and walking speed (p<0.05).Conclusion: The integration of meaningful task-oriented interventions centered around familiar activities within the home environment appears to offer significant benefits for elderly patients with dementia. By engaging in tasks that resonate with their daily routines, these interventions can support the maintenance of essential skills and foster a sense of independence among affected individuals.

A Computer-Based Sustained Visual Attention Test for Pre-School Children: Design, Development and Psychometric Properties

Roohollah Zahediannasb; Malahat Akbarfahimi; Mohammad Reza Keyhani

Volume 3, Issue 2 , June 2016, , Pages 39-44

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Background: Sustained visual attention is a prerequisite for learning and memory. The early evaluation of attention in childhood is essential for their school and career success in ... Read More

Impaired Ipsilateral Upper Extremity Dexterity and Its Relationship with Disability in Post-Stroke Right Hemiparesis

Maryam Parsaee; Shohreh Noorizadeh Dehkordi; Mehdi Dadgoo; Malahat Akbarfahimi

Volume 1, Issue 3 , September 2014, , Pages 47-51

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Background: The objectives of this study were to compare manual dexterity (gross and fine) and coordination performance of the ipsilateral upper extremity of the right hemisphere stroke ... Read More

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The Persian Version of the Nottingham Leisure Questionnaire: Translation, Cultural Adaptation, and Psychometric Properties

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Psychometric Evaluation of the Persian Version of the Dysexecutive Questionnaire in Methamphetamine-Abstinent Individuals

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Functional Classification Systems for Children with Cerebral Palsy:An ICF-Based Approach

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Enhancing Independence in Activities of Daily Living, Cognitive, and Physical Skills for Elderly with Dementia: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Meaningful Task-Oriented Intervention

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A Computer-Based Sustained Visual Attention Test for Pre-School Children: Design, Development and Psychometric Properties

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Impaired Ipsilateral Upper Extremity Dexterity and Its Relationship with Disability in Post-Stroke Right Hemiparesis

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