Experiences of participation in cardiorespiratory training among people with post-stroke fatigue: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To explore the experiences of 8-week thrice-weekly supervised intense cardiorespiratory interval training at home in people with post-stroke fatigue.

Design

Qualitative, using semi-structured individual interviews.

Methods

Eleven people with post-stroke fatigue were recruited from a study investigating the effects of supervised intense cardiorespiratory interval training. The interviews were conducted 1-2 weeks after the intervention period and analysed inductively with qualitative content analysis.

Results

The theme "Supervised cardiorespiratory interval training at home was perceived as feasible and safe, reducing fatigue and contributing to enhanced self-efficacy in both exercise and everyday life" was based on 4 main categories: "Experiences of pe

SUBMITTER: Svedjebrant M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12016664 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature