A survey was conducted among physiotherapists and occupational therapists working with stroke patients. The survey consisted out of 30 questions enquiring personal information and upper limb specific topics divided in 3 sections: (1) Passive mobilization, (2) Active exercises and (3) Immobilization. The survey took approximately 20 to 30 minutes to complete. The survey for stroke survivors was divided in seven sections: (1) Personal information (2) Motor recovery of the upper limb and expectations on upper limb recovery; (3) Comfort, pain and quality of life (QoL); (4) Immobilization ; (5) Physiotherapy; (6) Occupational therapy; (7) Nursing (only for patients less than 6 months after stroke). The length to complete the survey was also organized to be achieved in 20 to 30 minutes.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
300
A survey was conducted among therapists on upper limb treatment after stroke.
A survey was conducted among stroke survivors on upper limb treatment after stroke.
A questionnaire assessing the current practices of upper limb rehabilitation after stroke
To identify the current daily practice in stroke rehabilitation concerning upper limb rehabilitation
Time frame: Dec 2016 - March 2017
A questionnaire assessing the stroke survivors view on upper limb rehabilitation
To identify the stroke survivors view on upper limb rehabilitation and understanding the patient needs for that matter.
Time frame: Dec 2016 - March 2017
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