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People experiencing post-stroke symptoms and other injuries affecting upper-extremity function may experience deficits such as upper-extremity weakness, paralysis, contractures, and aphasia. These deficits can create barriers to participation in social and leisure activities, as well as engagement in daily occupational activities (Enderby & Sutton, 2020; Harrison et al,. 2022; Gnanaprakasam et al., 2023). Difficulties participating in leisure and daily activities can negatively impact an individual’s overall sense of well-being.

The purpose of the program was to utilize crocheting as an intervention to promote a sense of well-being. The program consisted of crocheting a granny square to support participants’ sense of well-being while also promoting the use of upper-extremity motor skills and cognitive skills, including sequencing, memory, and problem-solving.

Program outcomes, as demonstrated through pre- and post-program surveys, indicated an overall increase in participants’ reported sense of well-being, with the average participant also demonstrating an increase. The significance and implications of this program suggest that crocheting may be an effective activity for promoting a sense of well-being while simultaneously engaging upper-extremity and cognitive skills. However, additional programs and interventions should be evaluated to further determine the effectiveness of crocheting as an occupation-based activity for promoting well-being.

Publication Date

2026

Keywords

Crocheting, Sense of well-being, Upper extremity function, Leisure activities, Occupational participation

Disciplines

Occupational Therapy

Comments

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Capshaw 

Capstone Site: UMC Outpatient reahabilitation clinic (main campus) 

Crocheting through Recovery

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