Motivação, barreiras e facilitadores para a prática de exercício físico no indivíduo pós-avc

Abstract

In adults, physical activity (PA) reduces all-cause mortality, improves mental health by reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression, enhances cognitive health, and promotes better sleep. These benefits also apply to individuals with disabilities, including Stroke (AVC), where improvements in physical and cognitive function, cognition, and quality of life are observed, especially in those with associated severe clinical depression. This study aims to investigate the motivation and barriers to physical exercise in individuals post-stroke participating in a Neurofunctional Physiotherapy extension project (FisioNeuro Group) at the Federal University of Ceará. Additionally, it seeks to explore the relationship between post-stroke disability levels, motivation for physical exercise, and perceived barriers to exercise. The study adopts a cross-sectional, descriptive approach, involving questionnaires and patient assessment forms administered to individuals screened in the Fisioneuro Group in the state of Ceará. The sample comprised seven individuals with an average age of 55, an average post-stroke time of five years and six months, including four women and three engaged in physical exercise, with only one meeting the criteria for sufficient levels according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 8 out of 14 barriers were observed in total; however, motivation in subacute stroke patients is particularly influenced by praise from the accompanying team and family, extrinsic regulation, and introjected regulation.