Understanding the experiences of patients in neurorehabilitation

"The Experiences of Care Lived by People Admitted to Neurorehabilitation: a Qualitative Exploratory Study With a Phenomenological Approach

IRCCS San Camillo, Venezia, Italy · NCT06264037

This study is trying to understand how patients feel and what they go through while receiving neurorehabilitation for conditions like stroke or Parkinson's disease.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment40 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorIRCCS San Camillo, Venezia, Italy (other)
Locations3 sites (Venezia and 2 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06264037 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This exploratory qualitative study employs a hermeneutic phenomenological approach to investigate the experiences of patients hospitalized for neurorehabilitation due to conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and post-neurosurgery for oncological reasons. Patients will participate in semi-structured interviews to gather in-depth insights into their treatment and hospitalization experiences. The study aims to identify themes related to well-being, rehabilitation processes, and the overall patient experience during hospitalization. Sampling will be conducted according to the saturation method for each pathology group.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include hospitalized patients with stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or those recovering from neurosurgery for oncological conditions who can communicate effectively.

Not a fit: Patients unable to provide valid consent, those with severe cognitive deficits, or those not undergoing neurorehabilitation treatment may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding of patient experiences, leading to improved rehabilitation practices and patient-centered care.

How similar studies have performed: While qualitative studies on patient experiences in rehabilitation exist, this specific approach focusing on neurorehabilitation is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:● Patients hospitalized at the IRCCS San Camillo.

* patients in Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson\'s Disease and post-operative patients in Neurosurgery for oncological pathology
* Patients who have given valid consent.
* Patients able to understand, read and speak Italian.
* Aphasic patients without comprehension deficits and able to communicate effectively with augmented communication media.
* hospitalized for at least 21 days and not close to discharge, or that this occurs at least after 21 days.

Exclusion Criteria:● Patients unable to give valid consent.

* Minor patients or patients over 85 years of age.
* Patients with cognitive deficits such that they cannot effectively support the interview.
* Patients with psychiatric pathology
* Patients unable to understand, read and speak Italian.
* Patients with pathologies for which they are not undergoing neurorehabilitation treatment.

Where this trial is running

Venezia and 2 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Rehabilitation, Neurologic Disorder, Stroke, Parkinson Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Neurosurgery

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.