Barriers to Physical Activity Among Stroke Survivors: A  Scoping Review

Shafiqah  Khairnaim; Haidzir Manaf; Nor Azlin  Mohd Nordin; Alia Alghwiri

doi:10.31436/imjm.v24i03.2592

Barriers to Physical Activity Among Stroke Survivors: A Scoping Review

Authors

Shafiqah Khairnaim Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
Haidzir Manaf Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
Nor Azlin Mohd Nordin Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Alia Alghwiri The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31436/imjm.v24i03.2592

Keywords:

physical activity, Barriers, Stroke survivors, Theory Domain Framework

Abstract

Barriers to physical activity (PA) experienced by stroke survivors may contribute to low PA participation. This review aims to update the existing review report on barriers to PA among stroke survivors. We conducted electronic searches across three databases (PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science) between January 2011 and January 2023. Keywords related to barriers, physical activity, and stroke survivors were used to identify relevant studies. Eighteen studies were included. The identified barriers to PA among stroke survivors were physical impairments, fatigue, and issues with training venues and facilities. These barriers were categorized using the Theory Domain Framework, revealing nine domains, with environmental context and resources being the most common. Clinicians can develop individualized programs to address barriers, improving adherence to PA among stroke survivors and contributing to a better quality of life while reducing the risk of stroke recurrence.

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Published

01.07.2025

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Khairnaim, S., Manaf, H., Mohd Nordin, N. A., & Alghwiri, A. (2025). Barriers to Physical Activity Among Stroke Survivors: A Scoping Review . IIUM Medical Journal Malaysia, 24(03). https://doi.org/10.31436/imjm.v24i03.2592

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Issue

Vol. 24 No. 03 (2025): IIUM Medical Journal Malaysia - July 2025

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Review Article

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