Are you a New Zealand registered physiotherapist currently treating stroke survivors?
This study aims to explore physiotherapists' perspectives about physical activity promotion and prescription for people with stroke.
Understanding physiotherapists' beliefs, approach, and factors that influence physical activity promotion will enable us to support physical activity messaging that meets the needs of stroke survivors.
Participating in the study
You may be able to participate if you are a New Zealand Registered Physiotherapist who is currently treating adult stroke survivors in any setting (e.g. inpatient or community).
Expressing interest in the study
If you are interested to participate you will:
- Complete a short demographic questionnaire
- Participate in an on-line Zoom or telephone interview (45-90 minutes duration)
- Be asked to comment on the study findings if you wish.
Eligible to participate?
Detailed information on the study is available via our participant information sheet:
Participant Information sheet (PDF)
There is no reimbursement offered for participating in this study.
Interested in our study? Like more details? Read more about the study and eligibility.
Contact
Dr Ally Calder (Study lead)
Email: ally.calder@otago.ac.nz
or
Student Investigator Roisin Anderson
Email andro389@student.otago.ac.nz
Ethics number: This study has been approved by the University of Otago, School of Physiotherapy Ethics Committee.
More about the study and programme of work
This study is part of a programme of work which explores physical activity health messaging for people living with neurological conditions.
Physical activity health messaging for men living with long-term conditions and disability
Our goal is to co-create meaningful health messages that inspire and empower people living with neurological conditions to participate in physical activity and build health capacity to live well.