Experiences of individuals with multiple sclerosis and stroke using transcutaneous foot drop electrical stimulators: a systematic review and meta-synthesis of qualitative studies

CONCLUSIONS: We recommend that the outcomes to continued use of foot drop electrical stimulators are carefully considered against the barriers. Our conceptual model may be useful to guide clinical conversations around the possible use of FES for managing foot drop in people with multiple sclerosis and stroke.Implications for rehabilitationThe key outcomes to foot drop electrical stimulator use were enhanced walking ability, improved independence and confidence, and enhanced social participation.The main barriers to foot drop electrical stimulator use were device aesthetics, usability challenges, trustworthiness of device in complex environments, and cost of the device.We created a conceptual model that may be useful to guide clinical conversations around the possible use of FES for managing foot drop in people with multiple sclerosis and stroke.PMID:35609240 | DOI:10.1080/09638288.2022.2076936

Source: Disability and Rehabilitation - May 24, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Felicity Burns Allyson Calder Hemakumar Devan Source Type: research