What people say about travelling outdoors after their stroke: A qualitative study.

Barnsley, Lara, McCluskey, Annie, Middleton, Sandy
Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 01 February 2012, vol./is. 59/1(71-78).
Reduced walking ability and loss of confidence are common after stroke. Many people cannot drive or use public transport, which can restrict participation. This qualitative study aimed to explore the experiences and attitudes of people following stroke to travelling outdoors early after hospital discharge.
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