The Perspectives of Individuals with Chronic Stroke on Motor Recovery: A Qualitative Analysis.

ABSTRACT: The priorities of individuals with chronic stroke are not always reflected in clinical practice. This study provides insight into meaningful factors related to long-term motor recovery in stroke survivors. Thirty individuals with chronic stroke participated in semi-structured interviews about movement, recovery, and barriers to and facilitators of mobility and paretic arm use. The interviews were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. Three categories, the individual, environment, and task, defined five emergent themes. Individual: (1) mindset is a strong and consistent influencer of daily physical activity and overall recovery; (2) severe physical impairment limits physical activity and recovery, regardless of other factors; and (3) a negative perception of disability impacts mindset

SUBMITTER: Cain A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11312011 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature