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Perceived benefits and barriers to yoga participation after stroke: A focus group approach
Background: and Purpose: There is increasing evidence to suggest yoga can be beneficial to health and wellbeing after stroke. The purpose of this study was to identify perceived benefits and barriers to yoga participation among adults with chronic stroke.
Materials and methods: Twenty-six community dwelling adults (14 female, 12 male) who were at least 6-months post-stroke participated in four focus groups held at local stroke recovery meetings. Data was recorded and transcripts were analysed thematically.
Results: Participants identified whole body benefits, the return of connection and feeling health in mind as the primary benefits of yoga. Perceived barriers included physical barriers to participation, cognitive challenges, environmental access, and financial limitations.
Conclusion: Stroke survivors perceive yoga practice provides benefits in ‘connectedness’. Future interventions should recognize the importance of yoga instructor training, focus on the mind-body connection aspects of yoga, and modifying activities to safely accommodate the physical abilities of the participants.
History
Publication title
Complementary therapies in clinical practiceVolume
34Pagination
153-156ISSN
1744-3881Department/School
School of Health SciencesPublisher
ElsevierPlace of publication
United KingdomRights statement
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