The structure, processes, and outcomes of stroke rehabilitation in Ghana: A study protocol

Abstract

Conventional and complementary treatments are often used in rehabilitation for persons with stroke. The conventional treatment makes use of medications, physiotherapy, occupational, speech, and diet therapies, while the complementary treatment makes use of homeopathy, naturopathy, massage, and acupuncture. The structure, process, and outcomes of stroke rehabilitation using conventional or complementary treatments have not been empirically investigated in Ghana. This study aims to investigate the structure, process, and outcomes of stroke rehabilitation at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) in Accra and Kwayisi Christian Herbal Clinic (KCHC) in Nankese-Ayisaa, Ghana, and to explore the experiences of persons with stroke.

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Keywords

Stroke, Rehabilitation, World Health Organization (WHO), Ghana, Speech therapy

Citation

Yarfi, C. et al. (2022). The structure, processes, and outcomes of stroke rehabilitation in Ghana: A study protocol. Frontiers in Neurology, 13, 947289. https://doi.org/10.3389/fneur.2022.947289