Dinamik Ayak-Ayakbileği Ortezi Kullanan Spastik Serebral Palsili Çocukların Memnuniyet Düzeylerinin Araştırılması

Abstract

Aim: The investigation of satisfaction with using dynamic foot-ankle orthoses, which have an important place in rehabilitation in children with cerebral palsy (CP), is essential for eliminating deficiencies and effectively implementing the use. Our study aims to evaluate the satisfaction level of children with spastic CP by taking their own opinions. Materials and Method: Children with spastic CP aged 5-18 years, who can walk, who have been using dynamic foot-ankle orthosis for at least six months, and who have a cognitive level that can answer questions were included in the study. Orthotic satisfaction was evaluated through 12 questions created under the headings of comfort, visuality, and functionality, and the effects of age, gender, and gross motor functions on orthotic satisfaction were investigated. Results: 105 children with spastic CP with a mean age of 10.8±4.2 years participated in the study. At the end of the study, satisfaction with orthosis was found to be moderate. When the factors affecting orthosis satisfaction were evaluated, it was concluded that functional level affects satisfaction in all three areas. Age is a factor affecting satisfaction primarily related to the visual of the orthosis, and gender does not affect satisfaction. Conclusion: As a result, by taking the opinions of orthosis users, significant findings were obtained in eliminating deficiencies and increasing the duration of use and motivation. In addition, the child-based approach was emphasized. It was concluded that orthotic satisfaction changed with age and gross motor function level, and gender had no effect within the framework of the questions asked.