Quality of life of post-COVID-19 patients before and after rehabilitation

Quality of life is an important indicator that should be treated on par with medical health indicators. Among COVID-19 survivors, a decline in quality of life is often observed due to persistent, long-term symptoms affecting physical and mental functioning, as well as social activity. A major factor improving the quality of life and health of patients is multidimensional rehabilitation. The aim of the presented study was to analyze changes in quality of life and self-assessment of health status influenced by rehabilitation, the quality of life of patients after rehabilitation, and the health problems experienced by COVID-19 survivors. A self-authored questionnaire and the WHOQOL-BREF scale were employed in the study. Questionnaires were collected from a total of 166 patients who had been diagnosed with a positive COVID-19 test and had undergone rehabilitation after recovery. It was found that the respondents most frequently experienced cognitive, musculoskeletal and respiratory disorders. Moreover, a positive impact of rehabilitation on the quality of life (p<0.001) and health status (p<0.001) of recovered patients was demonstrated. Rehabilitation, with particular emphasis on therapeutic exercises and respiratory rehabilitation, is therefore an important factor in improving the functioning of patients and their ability to perform daily activities. Słowa kluczowe: quality of life, rehabilitation, COVID-19