The ICF Core Sets for hearing loss: researcher perspective, Part II: Linking outcome measures to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF)

2013 ◽  
Vol 53 (2) ◽  
pp. 77-87 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Granberg ◽  
Kerstin Möller ◽  
Åsa Skagerstrand ◽  
Claes Möller ◽  
Berth Danermark
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Outcome Measures ◽  
International Classification ◽  
International Classification Of Functioning ◽  
Disability And Health ◽  
Core Sets ◽  
Icf Core Sets

Audiological Rehabilitation After Cochlear Implantation: A New Model Developed Based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Artur Lorens ◽  
Griet Mertens ◽  
Anja Kurz
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Hearing Impairment ◽  
Cochlear Implantation ◽  
International Classification ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
International Classification Of Functioning ◽  
Disability And Health ◽  
Core Sets ◽  
Icf Core Sets

Abstract Background: There is a need for a more holistic approach to treating hearing impairment, as it affects many aspects of a person’s life, not just their hearing. This article describes how The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF), particularly the ICF core sets for hearing loss, can be used to plan and evaluate the audiological (re)habilitation of cochlear implant (CI) recipients. Using the ICF core sets should help clinicians better address not only hearing impairment but also its consequences.Methods: The opinions of experts were gathered on their clinical experience about the most relevant ICF categories and codes to describe audiological rehabilitation after cochlear implantation. For the relevant ICF categories, the most commonly used audiological assessment tools and methods were identified.Results: The most relevant codes for Body Functions and Structures, Activity, and Participation were identified. These include: structure of the inner ear (s260), auditory nerve (s260), brainstem (s1105), midbrain (s1101), diencephalon (s1102), and cortical lobe (s110); sound detection (b2300); sound discrimination (b2301); localization of sound source (b2302); lateralization of sound (b2303); speech discrimination (b2304); listening (d115); communicating with – receiving – spoken messages (d310); handling stress and other psychological demands (d240); using communication devices and techniques (d360); conversation (d350); family relationships (d760); school education (d820); remunerative employment (d850); and community life (d910). The appropriate questionnaires as an assessment tools were proposed.Conclusions: Using the ICF can help target the holistic (re)habilitation of CI recipients and reduce hearing loss-induced deficits in function, activity, and participation.

scholarly journals Developing Core Sets for Persons Following Amputation Based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health as a Way to Specify Functioning

2009 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 117-129 ◽  
Author(s):  
Friedbert Kohler ◽  
Alarcos Cieza ◽  
Gerold Stucki ◽  
Jan Geertzen ◽  
Helena Burger ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Consensus Conference ◽  
International Classification ◽  
World Health ◽  
International Classification Of Functioning ◽  
Functional Impairments ◽  
Disability And Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Core Sets ◽  
Icf Core Sets

Amputation is a common late stage sequel of peripheral vascular disease and diabetes or a sequel of accidental trauma, civil unrest and landmines. The functional impairments affect many facets of life including but not limited to: Mobility; activities of daily living; body image and sexuality. Classification, measurement and comparison of the consequences of amputations has been impeded by the limited availability of internationally, multiculturally standardized instruments in the amputee setting. The introduction of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) by the World Health Assembly in May 2001 provides a globally accepted framework and classification system to describe, assess and compare function and disability. In order to facilitate the use of the ICF in everyday clinical practice and research, ICF core sets have been developed that focus on specific aspects of function typically associated with a particular disability. The objective of this paper is to outline the development process for the ICF core sets for persons following amputation. The ICF core sets are designed to translate the benefits of the ICF into clinical routine. The ICF core sets will be defined at a Consensus conference which will integrate evidence from preparatory studies, namely: (a) a systematic literature review regarding the outcome measures of clinical trails and observational studies, (b) semi-structured patient interviews, (c) international experts participating in an internet-based survey, and (d) cross-sectional, multi-center studies for clinical applicability. To validate the ICF core sets field-testing will follow.Invitation for participation: The development of ICF Core Sets is an inclusive and open process. Anyone who wishes to actively participate in this process is invited to do so.

scholarly journals Developing Core Sets for Persons With Traumatic Brain Injury Based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health

2009 ◽  
Vol 23 (5) ◽  
pp. 464-467 ◽  
Author(s):  
Montserrat Bernabeu ◽  
Sara Laxe ◽  
Raquel Lopez ◽  
Gerold Stucki ◽  
Anthony Ward ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Traumatic Brain Injury ◽  
Brain Injury ◽  
Consensus Conference ◽  
International Classification ◽  
International Classification Of Functioning ◽  
Disability And Health ◽  
Rehabilitation Professionals ◽  
Core Sets ◽  
Icf Core Sets

The authors outline the process for developing the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) Core Sets for traumatic brain injury (TBI). ICF Core Sets are selections of categories of the ICF that identify relevant categories of patients affected by specific diseases. Comprehensive and brief ICF Core Sets for TBI should become useful for clinical practice and for research. The final definition of the ICF Core Sets for TBI will be determined at an ICF Core Sets Consensus Conference, which will integrate evidence from preliminary studies. The development of ICF Core Sets is an inclusive and open process and rehabilitation professionals are invited to participate.

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