Social participation challenges and facilitators among Chinese stroke survivors: a qualitative descriptive study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A significant proportion of stroke survivors have participation restrictions. Attaining an in-depth understanding of participation challenges and facilitators is necessary to identify rehabilitation priorities. However, current evidence in the Chinese context is insufficient as cultural norms, expectations, and behaviors may differ across countries. This study aimed to explore experiences of social participation among Chinese stroke survivors and their perceived challenges and facilitators, particularly the cultural issues that impact their social participation.

Methods

This study used a qualitative descriptive approach. Individual face-to-face semi-structured interviews were conducted with 30 first-time or recurrent stroke survivors recruited from a rehabilitatio

SUBMITTER: Wan X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11800553 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature