IJERPH, Vol. 14, Pages 1353: BUS TRIPS —A Self-Management Program for People with Cognitive Impairments after Stroke

IJERPH, Vol. 14, Pages 1353: BUS TRIPS—A Self-Management Program for People with Cognitive Impairments after Stroke International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health doi: 10.3390/ijerph14111353 Authors: Emma Carlstedt Susanne Iwarsson Agneta Ståhl Hélène Pessah-Rasmussen Eva Månsson Lexell Stroke is a major cause of disability worldwide and different types of impairments can affect the individual’s ability to manage everyday activities such as travel that is essential for participation in society. The purpose of this study was to investigate the feasibility of a new self-management intervention (BUS TRIPS) focusing on travelling by bus, and potential contributions to an improved ability to travel by bus for people with cognitive impairments after stroke. This is a pilot study of five individuals, utilizing a multiple case study design with a mixed methods approach. Assessments (Stroke Impact Scale, General Self-Efficacy Scale and Life Satisfaction Scale-11, Item 1) were performed before, two weeks after, and three months after the program. The data collection also comprised reflection notes from the group leaders (an occupational therapist and a physiotherapist), a semi-structured group interview and an individual phone survey. The feasibility of the intervention was presented in four sub-categories: (1) appreciated group format despite too short sessions; (2) the importance of skilled leaders and motivated participants; (3) session mat...
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