Original Research Article
Year: 2023 | Month: February | Volume: 10 | Issue: 2 | Pages: 570-574
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijrr.20230267
Hurdles Faced by Stroke Survivors and Their Caregivers in India: A Qualitative Study
Dr CK Senthil Kumar1, Dr Syed Mohammad Waris2
1Professor/Director, North East Christian University, Centre for Medical Education and Research, Dimapur, Nagaland
2Associate Academic Director at London Academy of Sports and Health Sciences
Corresponding Author: Dr CK Senthil Kumar
ABSTRACT
Background: Stroke is a seriously disabling disease that can affect both the patients and their caregivers in different ways but in equal proportion. This study aimed to explore the experiences of stroke survivors and along with their caregivers after one year of stroke in India.
Methods: Twenty stroke survivors and their caregivers were selected for our qualitative, study. Participants who attended two rehabilitation centers were selected using a random sampling method. A previously standardized questionnaire was used to collect information during the interview process.
Results: Post-stroke occupational demands were less met and poor awareness of stroke led to various systems of medicines (Indigenous medicine) being tried even after the neuroplasticity had weaned out.
Conclusions: The study highlights the need for stroke education for setting up post-stroke recovery expectations from the patient as well as the caregivers. The physiotherapy sessions should commence at the earliest for better results and there should be an emphasis on return to occupation or occupational modification.
Keywords: Stroke, stroke survivors, caregivers, physiotherapy.
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