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Developing a Bridges self-management programme for New Zealand stroke survivors: A case study
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posted on 2023-07-26, 13:39 authored by Leigh A. Hale, Fiona Jones, Hilda Mulligan, William Levack, Catherine M. Smith, Leica S. ClaydonBackground/aim:
This case study describes the adaptation of the UK-developed Bridges stroke self-management programme (Bridges SMP) into a version relevant and acceptable to the New Zealand (NZ) context.
Methods:
Stakeholder consultation and qualitative methodology explored the acceptability and relevance of the Bridges SMP in NZ. Focus group discussions were held with stroke survivors (n=60) and neurorehabilitation therapists (n= 17). Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 22 stroke survivors. Based on data gathered the authors culturally and contextually adapted the accompanying Bridges SMP workbook. This study piloted the adapted programme with six stroke survivors and used semi-structured interviews to explore their perceptions of it.
Findings:
The Bridges SMP was considered acceptable and beneficial for developing skills to self-manage recovery following stroke. The main recommended adaptation was the inclusion of NZ stories into the accompanying workbook. Four themes reflected the six pilot study participants' perceptions of the programme: you are not alone, reflection and taking action, life continues after stroke, and taking responsibility.
Conclusions:
The Bridges SMP was considered relevant and only required moderate adaptation for use in NZ. The process the authors undertook to contextualise Bridges SMP for NZ will provide guidance to the programme's introduction into other international regions.
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21Issue number
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381-388Publication title
International Journal of Therapy and RehabilitationISSN
1759-779XExternal DOI
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Mark Allen HealthcareLanguage
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2015-09-22Legacy Faculty/School/Department
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