Kinesiophobia in Head and Neck Cancer Patients – An Observational Study
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR) - Year 2018, Vol 3, Issue 7
Abstract
Background and Objectives: Kinesiophobia is a condition in which a patient has an excessive, irrational and debilitating fear of physical movement and activity. It plays an important role in the rehabilitation process and hence ought to be taken into consideration when planning and designing rehabilitation programmes. Hence, the objective of the study was to evaluate kinesiophobia in head and neck cancer patients. Methods: Patients diagnosed with having head and neck cancer and who underwent radiation therapy, chemotherapy and surgery were included the study. Kinesiophobia was assessed using Modified Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK-11). TSK-11 is a questionnaire which includes 11-items that are scored on a 4-point scale. And the Quality of Life was assessed using Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy- Head and Neck (FACT-H&N) Scale. This scale consists of a questionnaire which comprises of 5 subscales. Results: The results depicted significant correlation between kinesiophobia and domains of quality of life which were physical well being, social/family well being and functional well being. Conclusion: There is a positive association between fear of movement and quality of life in head and neck cancer patients. As kinesiophobia increases the quality of life decreases in these patients.
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Manaz Rayani
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