Exploring the experiences of stroke patients treated with transcranial magnetic stimulation for upper limb recovery: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) treatments have shown promise in improving arm recovery in stroke patients. Currently, little is known about patients' experiences with repetitive TMS treatment, and this lack of knowledge may affect optimal implementation in clinical practice. The aim of this explorative study was to gain insight in the perceived effects and experiences of the design and delivery of a rTMS treatment for upper limb recovery from the perspectives of stroke patients.

Methods

This qualitative study was conducted as part of a randomized controlled trial (RCT) in a specialized rehabilitation center. Data were collected through face-to-face semi-structured interviews with 13 stroke patients who completed a 10-day rTMS intervention for upper limb r

SUBMITTER: van Lieshout EC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7541313 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature