Factors Affecting the Walking Ability of Severe Hemiplegic Patients were Derived Using Logistic Regression Analysis: A Clinical Trial in a Convalescence Rehabilitation Ward

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to consider the relationship between the physical function on admission and walking function on discharge in a convalescence rehabilitation ward. Subjects and Methods: Fifty-six first-time stroke patients with severe hemiplegia of the lower extremity (Brunnstrom recovery stage II or lower) at admission were divided into two group based on walking function at discharge: the independent walking group (n=38) and the assistance walking group (n=18). The background factors and impairment factors were compared between the two groups. We also performed logistic regression analysis using the data of each group. Results: Logistic regression analysis showed that age and trunk function were significantly related to walking function at discharge. Conclusion: We conclude that age and trunk function are useful indicators for determining the prognosis of walking function of severe hemiplegia patients at discharge.