Effects of structured home-based exercise program on depression status and quality of life in burn patients

Severe burns are injuries that cause lifelong disability and dysfunction, resulting in suboptimal recovery associated with psychosocial and physical dysfunction [1]. These can cause numerous challenges to patients even when emergency treatment is successful. The most common problems are hypertrophic scars, joint contractures, motor dysfunctions (such as diminished muscle strength, limited joint movements, loss of coordination, and diminished walking ability), sensory disturbances (such as hypersensitivity, pain, itching, and sensory loss), obstacles to activities of daily living, social problems, and psychological disturbances.

Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries - March 10, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Saadet Ufuk Yurdalan, Beg üm Ünlü, Mine Seyyah, Batuhan Şenyıldız, Yunus Kubilay Çetin, Menekşe Çimen Source Type: research