How Realistic Are Caregivers' Expectations in Patients With Subacute Stroke?

How Realistic Are Caregivers' Expectations in Determining Rehabilitation Goals for Subacute Stroke Patients?

The aim of this study is to evaluate the extent to which the patient's goals and the physical therapist's goals can be achieved after stroke rehabilitation and to compare their expectations in terms of rehabilitation outcomes. Thus, the expected benefit of the study is to contribute to goal setting in post-stroke rehabilitation. There are no expected risks from the study.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Followed by ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke
2. No more than 6 months have passed since the date of the event
3. Being between the ages of 18 and 75
4. The caregiver being between the ages of 18 and 75

Exclusion Criteria:

1. The patient has additional neurological conditions besides stroke
2. The patient has a psychiatric condition
3. The patient is not willing to participate in the study