Motivators for physical activity in patients with minor stroke: a qualitative study

CONCLUSION: This study provides valuable knowledge of what motivates and prevents patients with minor stroke or TIA to be physically active after hospital discharge, and what to consider when designing future exercise studies. Consequently, it is recommended that patients with minor stroke or TIA are offered supervised physical activity to prevent worsening of cardiovascular disease and recurrent cardiovascular event.Implications for rehabilitationParticipants were positive towards physical activity after minor stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA).Physical activity with others was perceived as both motivating and obligating.Post-stroke fatigue, lack of energy, and overview should be considered when designing secondary prevention programs.Participants call for exercise opportunities arranged locally and as group exercise supervised by health professionals with knowledge of stroke.PMID:35119324 | DOI:10.1080/09638288.2022.2032409

Source: Disability and Rehabilitation - February 4, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Rikke Steen Krawcyk Laura Cathrine Christoffersen Anne Kjaergaard Danielsen Christina Kruuse Source Type: research