Self-perceived mobility in immigrants in Sweden living with the late effects of polio

Selander, Helena; Kjellgren, Felicia; Sunnerhagen, Katharina S.

doi:10.1080/09638288.2019.1585488

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“…Clinical studies indicate that polio survivors in general can move independently outdoors but, depending on the level of impairment, require some kind of mobility aid (Selander, Kjellgren, & Sunnerhagen, ). Considering the degree of lower limb shortening and loss of volume, Ghz‐2‐001.3 probably did suffer from limb weakening and gait disruption, which likely required some sort of mobility aid, such as a cane or a crutch.…”

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Possible neurogenic disorder in a female buried in the monastic cemetery at Ghazali (ca. 670–1270 CE), northern Sudan

Ciesielska

Stark

2019

Intl J of Osteoarchaeology

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During the archaeological excavations of a Christian monastic cemetery in northern Sudan, a double-vaulted tomb was discovered housing the remains of three individuals, among them a 50+-year-old female. The skeletal remains of this individual displayed significant asymmetry of the lower limbs, with apparent muscle atrophy and shortening of the left extremity, in combination with other symptoms suggestive of a neurogenic background of the condition. This paper presents a differential assessment, considering various possible etiologies of the observed lesions, including poliomyelitis, cerebral palsy, and Rasmussen's encephalitis. The morphology and patterning of the observed lesions suggest the first known occurrence of poliomyelitis from medieval Sudanese contexts.

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Possible neurogenic disorder in a female buried in the monastic cemetery at Ghazali (ca. 670–1270 CE), northern Sudan

Ciesielska

Stark

2019

Intl J of Osteoarchaeology

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“…Participants were identified from a previous, quantitative study [20] of patients with late effects of polio who were born outside the Nordic countries. Participants from that study were identified from The Polio Clinic at Sahlgrenska University Hospital in Gothenburg, Sweden.…”

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“…For many people, driving is often taken for granted and some may even be reluctant to use public transport [19]. However, for people with disabilities, this may not be a matter of choice [20].…”

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“…Many activities in daily living such as attending medical appointments and social activities require some sort of transport [21]. Reduced outdoor mobility can have an impact on employment prospects [22], lead to depression and hamper many activities of daily living [20]. The Swedish government’s policy entails a well-established tradition proclaiming every citizen’s equal right to mobility, independence, and quality of life [23].…”

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“…Moreover, national regulations require that many transport modes, e.g., buses and rail systems should be accessible for people with disabilities, including wheelchair users [23]. However, there are still many people with mobility impairments, such as people with late effects of polio, who are unable to walk and reach a bus stop, commuter train or metro station, or are unable to board [20, 24] even if they get there. According to Swedish disability legislation a person with a disability having ‘significant mobility difficulties’ and who cannot travel by regular public transport, may be entitled to the Special Transport Service (STS).…”

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“The car is my extra legs” – Experiences of outdoor mobility amongst immigrants in Sweden with late effects of polio

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BackgroundThe aim of the study was to describe the experience of outdoor mobility among immigrants with late effects of polio living in Sweden. There is a need to understand more about this young group of persons since they often have problems with mobility and gait, but they may also face participation restrictions due to issues associated with integration into a new community and culture.MethodA total of 14 young immigrants with late effects of polio participated and were interviewed individually. The study used a qualitative method to explore personal experiences and the interviews were analyzed through an inductive approach, using qualitative content analysis.ResultsThe analysis led to a major theme; self-image and acceptance, that comprised a changeable process and experiences of cultural, social, and gender-specific barriers, but also of environmental and personal factors that impacted their outdoor mobility. By using a car, the participants felt they could come across as normal which also increased their self-esteem.ConclusionsIndependent mobility is a major enabler for ongoing employment and being able to use a car increases the chances for integration into society for young immigrants with late effects of polio. Public transport is not considered to be adequate or efficient enough due to the participants’ mobility impairments, but driving can prevent involuntary isolation and facilitate participation. A car can increase quality of life but may also be a facilitator for work and reduce the demand for societal support.

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Outdoor mobility and driving among persons living with spinal cord injury in Sweden: a cross-sectional study

Selander,

Sunnerhagen,

Melin

2024

Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology

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Self-perceived mobility in immigrants in Sweden living with the late effects of polio

Cited by 4 publications

References 30 publications

Possible neurogenic disorder in a female buried in the monastic cemetery at Ghazali (ca. 670–1270 CE), northern Sudan

Possible neurogenic disorder in a female buried in the monastic cemetery at Ghazali (ca. 670–1270 CE), northern Sudan

“The car is my extra legs” – Experiences of outdoor mobility amongst immigrants in Sweden with late effects of polio

Outdoor mobility and driving among persons living with spinal cord injury in Sweden: a cross-sectional study

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