Table 2 Comparison of our priority research themes with previous published work (common themes bolded)
Most frequently reported the research problems from our survey | Top 10 priorities for stroke, UK (Pollock et al., 2014) |
|---|---|
1. Education for us and you | 1. What are the best ways to improve cognition after stroke? |
2. Movement recovery (including walking, balance, arm function) | 2. What are the best ways to help people come to terms with the long-term consequences of stroke? |
3. Improving rehabilitation services | 3. What are the best ways to help people recover from aphasia? |
4. Aphasia/communication | 4. What the best treatments for arm recovery and function? |
5. Fatigue | 1. What are the best ways to treat visual problems after stroke? |
6. Mental health / depression | 6. What are the best ways to manage or prevent fatigue? |
7. Prevention of recurrent stroke | 7. What are the best treatments to improve balance, gait and mobility? |
8. Support for families and carers | 8. How can stroke survivors and families be helped to cope with speech problems? |
9. Living well long-term after stroke | 9. What are the best ways to improve confidence after stroke? |
10. Cognition | 10. Are exercise and fitness programs beneficial at improving function and quality of life and avoiding subsequent stroke? |