Adherence to physical activity and cardiovascular recommendations during the 2 years after stroke rehabilitation discharge

Abstract

Background: Objective measurement is essential to represent habitual physical activity. To date only one study has objectively measured physical activity for > 12 months after stroke. Objectives: This study aimed to measure physical activity, cardiovascular risk factors, mobility, mood, fatigue and cognition during the 2 years after rehabilitation discharge and to investigate whether stroke survivors meet physical activity and cardiovascular risk recommendations. Methods: This was a longitudinal observational study. Survivors of a first-ever stroke admitted to a large metropolitan rehabilitation hospital were recruited. Outcomes were measured at rehabilitation discharge and 6, 12 and 24 mont..