Factors associated with joint contractures in adults: a systematic review with narrative synthesis

Authors: Tariq, H., Collins, K., Tait, D., Dunn, J., Altaf, S. and Porter, S.

Journal: Disability and Rehabilitation

Volume: 45

Issue: 11

Pages: 1755-1772

eISSN: 1464-5165

ISSN: 0963-8288

DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2022.2071480

Abstract:

Purpose: The primary objective of the review was to collate the available evidence on factors associated with joint contractures in adults. Methods: A systematic literature search was conducted on MEDLINE, CINAHL, AMED, and EMBASE. Studies that involved participants aged ≥18 and assessed joint contracture as a primary or secondary outcome were included. Two independent reviewers screened studies against the eligibility criteria, performed data extraction, and assessed the quality of evidence. A narrative synthesis by domain and sub-domain was undertaken. The protocol was registered on PROSPERO: CRD42019145079. Results: Forty-seven studies were included in the review. Identified factors were broadly classified into three major domains: sociodemographic factors, physical factors, and proxies for bed confinement. Sociodemographic factors were not associated with joint contractures. Functional ability, pain, muscle weakness, physical mobility, and bed confinement provided the most consistent evidence of association with joint contractures. The evidence regarding the relationship between spasticity and joint contractures remains unclear. Other factors might be important, but there was insufficient evidence to make inferences. Conclusions: The review identified and collated evidence on factors associated with joint contractures, which can be utilised to develop effective prevention and management strategies. Implications for rehabilitation Clinical interventions based on the timely identification of risks related to joint contractures in vulnerable adults have the potential to prevent or ameliorate their development or progression. Quality and consistency of care for vulnerable adults would be enhanced by developing effective joint contracture prevention and rehabilitation strategies based on the evidence presented in this review. As many vulnerable adults are located in the community or non-acute care settings, strategies should target these loci of care. Structured risk assessments that can support non-physiotherapy staff working in these loci of care to identify risks related to joint contractures would provide an important resource for risk management.

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Factors associated with joint contractures in adults: a systematic review with narrative synthesis.

Authors: Tariq, H., Collins, K., Tait, D., Dunn, J., Altaf, S. and Porter, S.

Journal: Disabil Rehabil

Volume: 45

Issue: 11

Pages: 1755-1772

eISSN: 1464-5165

DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2022.2071480

Abstract:

PURPOSE: The primary objective of the review was to collate the available evidence on factors associated with joint contractures in adults. METHODS: A systematic literature search was conducted on MEDLINE, CINAHL, AMED, and EMBASE. Studies that involved participants aged ≥18 and assessed joint contracture as a primary or secondary outcome were included. Two independent reviewers screened studies against the eligibility criteria, performed data extraction, and assessed the quality of evidence. A narrative synthesis by domain and sub-domain was undertaken. The protocol was registered on PROSPERO: CRD42019145079. RESULTS: Forty-seven studies were included in the review. Identified factors were broadly classified into three major domains: sociodemographic factors, physical factors, and proxies for bed confinement. Sociodemographic factors were not associated with joint contractures. Functional ability, pain, muscle weakness, physical mobility, and bed confinement provided the most consistent evidence of association with joint contractures. The evidence regarding the relationship between spasticity and joint contractures remains unclear. Other factors might be important, but there was insufficient evidence to make inferences. CONCLUSIONS: The review identified and collated evidence on factors associated with joint contractures, which can be utilised to develop effective prevention and management strategies. Implications for rehabilitationClinical interventions based on the timely identification of risks related to joint contractures in vulnerable adults have the potential to prevent or ameliorate their development or progression.Quality and consistency of care for vulnerable adults would be enhanced by developing effective joint contracture prevention and rehabilitation strategies based on the evidence presented in this review.As many vulnerable adults are located in the community or non-acute care settings, strategies should target these loci of care.Structured risk assessments that can support non-physiotherapy staff working in these loci of care to identify risks related to joint contractures would provide an important resource for risk management.

https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/36938/

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Factors associated with joint contractures in adults: a systematic review with narrative synthesis

Authors: Tariq, H., Collins, K., Tait, D., Dunn, J., Altaf, S. and Porter, S.

Journal: DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION

Volume: 45

Issue: 11

Pages: 1755-1772

eISSN: 1464-5165

ISSN: 0963-8288

DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2022.2071480

https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/36938/

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Factors associated with joint contractures in adults: a systematic review with narrative synthesis, Disability and Rehabilitation

Authors: Tait, D., Tariq, H., Collins, K., Dunn, J., Altaf, S. and Porter, S.

Journal: Disability and Rehabilitation

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

ISSN: 0963-8288

DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2022.2071480

Abstract:

Purpose: The primary objective of the review was to collate the available evidence on factors associated with joint contractures in adults. Methods: A systematic literature search was conducted on MEDLINE, CINAHL, AMED, and EMBASE. Studies that involved participants aged �18 and assessed joint contracture as a primary or secondary outcome were included. Two independent reviewers screened studies against the eligibility criteria, per formed data extraction, and assessed the quality of evidence. A narrative synthesis by domain and sub domain was undertaken. The protocol was registered on PROSPERO: CRD42019145079. Results: Forty-seven studies were included in the review. Identified factors were broadly classified into three major domains: sociodemographic factors, physical factors, and proxies for bed confinement. Sociodemographic factors were not associated with joint contractures. Functional ability, pain, muscle weakness, physical mobility, and bed confinement provided the most consistent evidence of association with joint contractures. The evidence regarding the relationship between spasticity and joint contractures remains unclear. Other factors might be important, but there was insufficient evidence to make inferences. Conclusions: The review identified and collated evidence on factors associated with joint contractures, which can be utilised to develop effective prevention and management strategies.

https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/36938/

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Factors associated with joint contractures in adults: a systematic review with narrative synthesis.

Authors: Tariq, H., Collins, K., Tait, D., Dunn, J., Altaf, S. and Porter, S.

Journal: Disability and rehabilitation

Volume: 45

Issue: 11

Pages: 1755-1772

eISSN: 1464-5165

ISSN: 0963-8288

DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2022.2071480

Abstract:

Purpose

The primary objective of the review was to collate the available evidence on factors associated with joint contractures in adults.

Methods

A systematic literature search was conducted on MEDLINE, CINAHL, AMED, and EMBASE. Studies that involved participants aged ≥18 and assessed joint contracture as a primary or secondary outcome were included. Two independent reviewers screened studies against the eligibility criteria, performed data extraction, and assessed the quality of evidence. A narrative synthesis by domain and sub-domain was undertaken. The protocol was registered on PROSPERO: CRD42019145079.

Results

Forty-seven studies were included in the review. Identified factors were broadly classified into three major domains: sociodemographic factors, physical factors, and proxies for bed confinement. Sociodemographic factors were not associated with joint contractures. Functional ability, pain, muscle weakness, physical mobility, and bed confinement provided the most consistent evidence of association with joint contractures. The evidence regarding the relationship between spasticity and joint contractures remains unclear. Other factors might be important, but there was insufficient evidence to make inferences.

Conclusions

The review identified and collated evidence on factors associated with joint contractures, which can be utilised to develop effective prevention and management strategies. Implications for rehabilitationClinical interventions based on the timely identification of risks related to joint contractures in vulnerable adults have the potential to prevent or ameliorate their development or progression.Quality and consistency of care for vulnerable adults would be enhanced by developing effective joint contracture prevention and rehabilitation strategies based on the evidence presented in this review.As many vulnerable adults are located in the community or non-acute care settings, strategies should target these loci of care.Structured risk assessments that can support non-physiotherapy staff working in these loci of care to identify risks related to joint contractures would provide an important resource for risk management.

https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/36938/

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Factors associated with joint contractures in adults: a systematic review with narrative synthesis.

Authors: Tariq, H., Collins, K., Tait, D., Dunn, J., Altaf, S. and Porter, S.

Journal: Disability and Rehabilitation

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

ISSN: 0963-8288

Abstract:

Purpose: The primary objective of the review was to collate the available evidence on factors associated with joint contractures in adults.

Methods: A systematic literature search was conducted on MEDLINE, CINAHL, AMED, and EMBASE. Studies that involved participants aged ≥18 and assessed joint contracture as a primary or secondary outcome were included. Two independent reviewers screened studies against the eligibility criteria, performed data extraction, and assessed the quality of evidence. A narrative synthesis by domain and sub-domain was undertaken. The protocol was registered on PROSPERO: CRD42019145079.

Results: Forty-seven studies were included in the review. Identified factors were broadly classified into three major domains: sociodemographic factors, physical factors, and proxies for bed confinement. Sociodemographic factors were not associated with joint contractures. Functional ability, pain, muscle weakness, physical mobility, and bed confinement provided the most consistent evidence of association with joint contractures. The evidence regarding the relationship between spasticity and joint contractures remains unclear. Other factors might be important, but there was insufficient evidence to make inferences.

Conclusions: The review identified and collated evidence on factors associated with joint contractures, which can be utilised to develop effective prevention and management strategies.

https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/36938/

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