Role of combined Task-oriented approach and patient-centred Goal Oriented approach in improving Quality of Life of Cancer patient with Nerve grafting- A Case study.

Jigna Panchmatia; Zoeb Rangwala

Volume : IX, Issue : VII, July - 2020

Role of combined Task-oriented approach and patient-centred Goal Oriented approach in improving Quality of Life of Cancer patient with Nerve grafting- A Case study.

Jigna Panchmatia, Zoeb Rangwala

Abstract :

The present case report is of 62 years old Cancer patient who has undergone cytoreductive surgery along with nerve grafting. Task–specific training is a term that has evolved from the movement science and motor skill learning literature [6] and is defined as training or therapy where patients ‘practice context–specific motor tasks and receive some form of feedback. Goal setting is important for rehabilitation because it can provide the patient with motivation[8], particularly when they are functional and are directly related to real life activities. The purpose of the study is to study the combined effects of Task oriented approach and Patient–centered Goal setting method with the aim of improving patient‘s functional independence and thereby targeting improvement on Quality of Life of the patient. Apart from traditional methods, patient–centred approach of goal setting was used. According to previously set goals, task–oriented exercises were given by the physiotherapist to improve clients’ performance and satisfaction. The following outcome measures were taken: 1)For Balance–The Activities–specific Balance Confidence Scale (ABC) 2)For Quality of Life–The Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy–General (FACT–G). After 3 weeks of therapy, there was improvement in both the scores. Thus we conclude the combination of task oriented approach and patient–centred goal oriented approach helped to improve patient‘s balance , functional independence, social participation thereby improving Quality of Life.