Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jan 4, 2026
Author Spotlight: Rehabilitation of Stroke Patients With a Digital Occupational Training System
Published on: December 29, 2023
Family-Centered Care During Constraint-Induced Therapy After Chronic Stroke: A Feasibility Study
Sarah Blanton1, Deborah Cussen Scheibe1,2, Ashley Holmes Rutledge1,3
1Division of Physical Therapy, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
Purpose:
This feasibility study evaluated a theory-based intervention (CARE-CITE) designed to engage carepartners (CPs) in supporting stroke survivor upper extremity rehabilitation.
Design:
The study was a one-group design with pre- and posttest and 1 month follow-up (N = 7 dyads).
Methods:
Feasibility was determined by participant retention, CP and stroke survivor intervention adherence, and CP acceptability of the intervention (exit interview). Measures of CP depressive symptoms, fatigue, and family conflict around stroke recovery and stroke survivor upper extremity function are reported. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics.
Findings:
All participants completed the study and adhered to the intervention, and CPs found CARE-CITE helpful. Descriptively, better scores were observed for CP's mental health, family conflict, stroke survivor confidence, and upper extremity tasks performed.
Conclusion:
These results provide initial evidence that CARE-CITE is feasible after chronic stroke and that CPs and stroke survivors may benefit from family-centered care.
Clinical Relevance:
Improving CP skills in supporting rehabilitation activities may improve stroke survivor upper extremity function.
More Related Videos
08:53Randomized, Triple-Blind, and Parallel-Controlled Trial of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for Cognitive Rehabilitation after Stroke
Published on: June 6, 2025
05:28Author Spotlight: Enhancing Upper Limb Rehabilitation in Stroke Patients Through Advanced Robotic and Neuromodulation Technologies
Published on: October 11, 2024