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  • Occupational therapy
  • Neurorehabilitation
  • Case study methodology

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  • Stroke survivors often face chronic disabilities impacting daily life and role participation.
  • Occupation-based interventions are central to occupational therapy practice.
  • Rehabilitation settings aim to restore function and improve quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

Observation:

  • A 55-year-old male with chronic stroke disability participated in a 5-week occupation-based intervention program.
  • Interventions were guided by the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM).
  • Data collection involved semi-structured interviews and therapist journal entries.

Findings:

  • Occupation-based interventions significantly enhanced the participant's occupational performance and ability to resume previous roles.
  • The intervention facilitated a transformative experience for both the client and the therapist.
  • The study reinforced the value of occupation-based practice in chronic stroke rehabilitation.

Implications:

  • Occupation-based interventions show promise for improving functional outcomes in individuals with chronic stroke.
  • This case highlights the reciprocal benefits of client-centered, occupation-focused therapeutic approaches.
  • Findings support the continued integration and validation of occupation-based practice in rehabilitation settings.