Mindfulness Intervention for Post-Stroke Cognitive Impairment
Author Information
Author(s): Chen Lijing, Chu Jing, Li Juan
Primary Institution: Huashan Hospital Fudan University
Hypothesis
Does a mindfulness-oriented recovery enhancement intervention improve cognitive function in post-stroke patients?
Conclusion
The mindfulness-based intervention effectively improved cognitive function and quality of life in post-stroke patients.
Supporting Evidence
- The intervention group showed a mean change of 2.33 in cognitive function compared to 1.25 in the control group.
- Significant improvements were noted in attention, depressive symptoms, mindfulness, self-efficacy, resilience, and quality of life.
Takeaway
This study shows that mindfulness exercises can help people who have trouble thinking after a stroke feel better and think more clearly.
Methodology
A non-randomized controlled trial with 44 patients, comparing a mindfulness intervention group to a control group receiving routine therapy.
Participant Demographics
Patients with post-stroke cognitive impairment, 24 in the intervention group and 20 in the control group.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Confidence Interval
95%CI: 1.73 – 2.93
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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