Experiences and Perceptions of Post-Stroke Fatigue Among Stroke Survivors in Saudi Arabia: A Qualitative Interview Study.

Stroke survivors have variable physical and psychological experiences of PSF and variable perceptions of its causes and impact. High heterogeneity was also noted in the perception of support provided by healthcare providers and families or caregivers-ranging from lack of support to overprotection. Similarly, patients' perceptions of the role of physiotherapy and their attitude towards physiotherapy were also variable. Despite this, the findings do highlight the need for more individualized understanding of PSF and the development of treatment strategies that consider biological, psychological, and social factors.