An enriched environmental programme during inpatient neuro-rehabilitation: A randomized controlled trial

Abstract

Objective: To assess the effectiveness of an enriched environmental activities programme in an inpatient tertiary neuro-rehabilitation unit. Methods: A total of 103 participants were randomized to an intervention group (n = 52) undertaking an enriched environmental activities programme or a control group (n = 51) receiving usual ward activity. Primary outcome measure: Depression, Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS). Other measures included: Neurological Impairment Scale; Multidimensional Health Locus of Control, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA); Functional Independence Measure (FIM), and Euro-Quality of Life-5D. Questionnaire assessments were performed at admission,..