The University of Adelaide is seeking Stroke Survivors' ‘Lived Experience' of pain after stroke and your experience with mind-body therapies.
Ongoing pain after stroke can be challenging, with limited available or effective treatments.
We know that some Stroke Survivors with pain derive relief from mind-body therapies such as relaxation, yoga, mindfulness, meditation, and hypnosis.
However, not enough is known about these therapies for stroke survivors.
The researchers at Adelaide University want to know about your pain after stroke and your thoughts and/or Lived Experience of mind-body therapies
Fellow Stroke Survivors, you possess a valuable and unique commodity called “Lived
Experience, this is a great opportunity for you to have an impact on the future of stroke treatment and research in Australia.
How can I, a Stroke Survivor, participate in this research?
We would like you to Join us for a one-on-one interview, conducted via Zoom (or if requested and possibly face-to-face) and share your valuable and unique Experience.
See if you qualify. Are you......
Over 18 years of age or older.
You have persistent pain (pain lasting or recurring for longer than 3 months) after your stroke.
You speak fluent English and consider your speech and language suitable to understand and answer interview questions
You can understand the Participant Information Sheet and provide informed consent Click on the Participant Information Sheet to access the form.
You live in Australia in the community (not low or high-level care)
You are willing to participate in an online interview (approximately 1 hour) or face-to-face \{if requested and possible).
A $30 gift card will be available for participants.
If I want to participate, what do I do?
To participate, contact Nicole Prideaux, Lecturer, School of Allied Health, University of Adelaide. Her email address is nicole.prideaux@adelaide.edu.au.
The research team will then be in contact via email or phone to schedule an interview time. You will be sent a reminder and a Zoom link the day before your interview.
Who do I contact if I have questions about the project?
For more information on the study please do not hesitate to contact: Associate Professor Melissa Oxlad - melissa.oxlad@adelaide.edu.au
My Key Message
Stroke Survivors - This is a classic example of the value of Lived Experience and its role in Stroke Research.
Your Lived Experience is respected, treasured, and invaluable to researchers. Please participate in this Research Project.
Brian A Beh - A Stroke Survivor