Daily Functionality in Adults with POTS: Predictive Factors

Asha Vas; Emily Rich; Wanyi Wang; Meaghan Patterson; Thomas Parsons

doi:10.1080/07380577.2021.1978032

Daily Functionality in Adults with POTS: Predictive Factors

Asha Vas, Emily Rich, Wanyi Wang, Meaghan Patterson, Thomas Parsons

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Abstract

Symptoms associated with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) hinder overall functionality. This study examined factors that impacted daily life and contributed to overall daily functionality in adults with POTS (n = 958, ages 18–60). Descriptive and multiple linear regression analyses indicated that participants with fewer challenges in ADLs, IADLs, work, school, leisure, and socializing had overall better functionality. Furthermore, ‘younger age with exercise tolerance’, ‘having a job’, and ‘no falls in the last year’ were predictors of better functionality. A comprehensive approach to addressing physical, environmental, and psychological factors could help improve overall functionality and enhance quality of life in individuals with POTS.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	237-252
Number of pages	16
Journal	Occupational Therapy in Health Care
Volume	36
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2021.1978032
State	Published - 2022
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Function
occupational therapy
occupations
physical therapy
postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome

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Occupational Therapy

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