Abstract
Background: Many people experience post-stroke pain (PSP). It is a long-term consequence of stroke that commonly goes unrecognised and untreated. As a result, an integrative review is needed to identify the primary factors that affect PSP and determine the impact on quality of life (QOL). Methods: An integrative review using a quantitatively led data synthesis, supported by qualitative evidence, was conducted. Results: Fourteen studies were identified and 2415 (968 females, 1447 males) people were included. Five primary themes were identified as effecting the experience of PSP; anxiety, depression, fatigue, cognitive function and physical function. Anxiety, depression and fatigue increase PSP. Pain, depression, fatigue and reduced physical function lower QOL. Conclusions: It is essential that clinicians recognise PSP in order to optimize QOL and function post-stroke. Further research is needed to employ a strategy to identify and objectively quantify PSP and its impact on QOL.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 128 |
Journal | Behavioral Sciences |
Volume | 10 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 7 Aug 2020 |
Keywords
- Pain
- Quality of life
- Review
- Stroke
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
- Development
- Genetics
- General Psychology
- Behavioral Neuroscience