The experience of senior stroke survivors: Factors in community participation among wheelchair users

Barker, D.J.; Ried, D.; Cott, C.: The experience of senior stroke survivors: Factors in community participation among wheelchair users. I: Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2006(73/1), s. 18-25.Language: Engelsk

Summary: This qualitative study investigated the lived experience of senior stroke survivors who used prescribed wheelchairs in their home and community. Results: Overall, the wheelchair, manual or power, was an enabler of community participation among the participants. However, the wheelchairs use also created problems, such as limiting destinations and creating increased dependence on others.

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