Abstract
Background
The majority of the populace in Nigeria resides in rural areas, where there is difficulty in accessing rehabilitation services. Rural dwellers are often poor and marginalized, and have been reported to have a high level of disability and functional dependence. They may therefore be in need of rehabilitation.Objective
To assess and characterize physiotherapy needs in a rural community of South Eastern Nigeria.Methods
A total of 400 individuals participated in this population-based cross-sectional study which included 'household members' aged 0-5 years and 12 years and above, involving 12 randomly selected villages from Nkanu West Local Government of South Eastern Nigeria. Distribution of the questionnaire was done by hand on a one-on-one basis, using the interviewer style. Information on infants and children was obtained from the heads of the households.Results
One hundred and ninety six (49.0%) reported ambulatory problems; the problem were mostly associated with the spine 75 (18.8%), multiple joints 51(12.8%) and lower limbs 43 (10.8%) respectively. The highest developmental deficit was reported at three years 6 (18.7%).Conclusion
There is need to provide affordable community based rehabilitation (physiotherapy) outfits in this community.Citations & impact
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