Pengaruh Praktik Meditasi terhadap Pemulihan Pasca Stroke: Pendekatan Kualitatif

Meditation, including mindfulness and conscious breathing, may reduce anxiety and stress, improve focus and self-awareness, and increase motivation during physical therapy for stroke patients. In-depth interviews with five stroke patients who regularly meditated at a rehabilitation clinic in Surabaya revealed positive effects in three main areas: reduced anxiety and stress, improved focus and self-awareness, and increased motivation during physical therapy. The authors conclude that meditation has potential as a complementary intervention in post-stroke recovery.

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Abstract

Stroke not only causes physical impairment but also affects the psychological and emotional condition of patients, such as stress, anxiety, and depression. Meditation, especially mindfulness meditation and conscious breathing, has developed as a complementary therapy believed to help reduce stress levels and improve focus and quality of life. This study aims to explore the experiences of stroke patients who practice meditation during their rehabilitation process. This research uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with five stroke patients who regularly participated in meditation sessions at a rehabilitation clinic in Surabaya. Data were analyzed through data reduction techniques, thematic categorization, and conclusion drawing. The results show that meditation has positive effects in three main aspects: reducing anxiety and stress, improving focus and self-awareness, and increasing motivation during physical therapy. The study concludes that meditation has the potential to become an effective complementary intervention in post-stroke recovery