Mind and Body Medicine Interventions for Stroke Survivor Recovery: A Narrative Synthesis

Authors

  • Thawari Khansamrong Master of Public Health Program in Public Health Administration, Graduate school, Western University
  • Suree Chanthamolee Master of Public Health Program in Public Health Administration, Graduate school, Western University
  • Prapapen Suwan Master of Public Health Program in Public Health Administration, Graduate school, Western University
  • Pornsuk Hunniran Master of Public Health Program in Public Health Administration, Graduate school, Western University
  • Kamonmarn Virutsestazin Master of Public Health Program in Public Health Administration, Graduate school, Western University
  • Jetchanya Boonchaleo Master of Public Health Program in Public Health Administration, Graduate school, Western University
  • Pongpan Suriyong Department of Pharmaceutical Society and Pharmacy Administration, Faculty of Pharmacy, Burapha University

Keywords:

Stroke, Rehabilitation, Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Abstract

Stroke is a common cause of chronic disability. Its burden arises from the resulting impairments and disabilities, which often necessitate ongoing rehabilitation and reliance on caregivers. This has prompted the integration of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), either alongside or as a substitute for conventional medicine, to restore organ and system functions in stroke patients and enhance their quality of life. This study synthesized research through a narrative review, focusing on the characteristics and effectiveness of alternative rehabilitation methods for stroke patients using meditation, yoga, and qigong interventions from 2012 to 2021. A total of 40 papers were selected, and a record form was used as a research tool. The review process adhered to Cochrane’s guidelines. The results showed that rehabilitation effectiveness can be categorized into two dimensions: 1) the physical dimension includes improvements in mobility, reduced falls, better performance in daily activities, decreased pain, and increased cerebral blood circulation, and 2) the psychosocial dimension includes reduced stress and depression, improved concentration and memory, enhanced cognitive abilities, and greater social well-being. The findings suggest that public health agencies should adopt policies promoting effective physical and psychosocial rehabilitation for stroke patients by incorporating meditation, yoga, and qigong in conjunction with conventional treatments.

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2025-04-02

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Khansamrong, T., Chanthamolee, S., Suwan, P., Hunniran, P., Virutsestazin, K., Boonchaleo, J., & Suriyong, P. (2025). Mind and Body Medicine Interventions for Stroke Survivor Recovery: A Narrative Synthesis . The office of disease prevention and control 9th Nakhon Ratchasima Journal, 31(1), 85–97. retrieved from https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ODPC9/article/view/269245