Experiências corporais e repercussões da condição pós-COVID-19 nas atividades da vida diária

Kelly Laste Macagnan; Blanca Alejandra Diaz Medina; Juliana Graciela Vestena Zillmer

doi:10.22235/ech.v14i2.4687

Authors

Kelly Laste Macagnan Universidade Federal de Pelotas https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5597-801X
Blanca Alejandra Diaz Medina Universidad del Valle de México https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4526-3539
Juliana Graciela Vestena Zillmer Universidade Federal de Pelotas https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6639-8918

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22235/ech.v14i2.4687

Keywords:

COVID-19, life-changing events, rehabilitation, post-COVID-19 syndrome, qualitative research

Abstract

Introduction: The post-COVID-19 condition has been known for its prolonged effects on the physical, mental and functional health of those affected, directly impacting the performance of daily activities. The purpose of this study is to understand the bodily experiences of people with post-COVID-19 conditions and their repercussions on activities of daily living. Materials and methods: qualitative research conducted at the post-COVID outpatient clinic of a Teaching Hospital, with 20 participants, including 10 individuals in post-COVID-19 condition and 10 family members, between March to August 2022. The sample was intentional, and semi-structured interviews were carried out. Data were organized using IRAMUTEQ and analyzed through content analysis. Results: The persistent symptoms reported were fatigue, memory loss, respiratory difficulties, musculoskeletal and mental health limitations. These manifestations impacted daily life activities, such as eating, walking, performing personal hygiene, engaging in social interactions, and maintaining work-related connections. The need for frequent breaks, dependence on family support, and loss of autonomy were central elements in the experiences described, in addition to the re-signification of identity and roles, as well as family dynamics. Conclusion: The post-COVID-19 condition is not limited to clinical manifestations but reshapes how individuals perceive and construct their embodied identities. Care for these individuals requires multidisciplinary rehabilitation strategies that integrate physical, psychological, and social dimensions, promoting functionality, autonomy, and social inclusion.

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