Journal article
Perseverance with home-based upper limb practice after stroke: perspectives of stroke survivors and their significant others
B Neibling, KS Hayward, M Smith, P Chapman, RN Barker
Disability and Rehabilitation | TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD | Published : 2024
Abstract
Purpose: The aim of this study was to explore factors that influence stroke survivors’ ability to persevere with home-based upper limb practice. Methods: A qualitative descriptive study embedded within a theoretical framework was conducted. Data were collected through semi-structured focus group, dyadic, and individual interviews. The Theoretical Domains Framework and Capability, Opportunity, Motivation–Behaviour (COM-B) model guided data collection and directed content analysis. Findings: Participants were 31 adult stroke survivors with upper limb impairment, with 13 significant other/s, who were living at home in Queensland, Australia. Three central tenants aligned with the COM-B and six t..
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Funding Acknowledgements
This study was supported by a Study, Education and Research Trust Fund Grant administered by Townsville University Hospital to PC, BN, RB, and KH. The views expressed in this publication do not necessarily represent those of the Townsville University Hospital, its Administrator, and/or Queensland Health. BN is supported by an Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarship administered by James Cook University. KH is supported by a National Health and Medical Research Council of Australia Fellowship [APP1088449].