Developing and Applying a Usability Testing Methodology for a Website With Survivors of Stroke and Caregivers: Tutorial.

Abstract

Survivors of stroke, particularly those with communication difficulties, are often excluded from usability testing of digital health tools. This exclusion limits the accessibility and relevance of digital interventions to this population. This tutorial presents a tailored methodology for usability testing of a co-designed website, EmpowerMe, developed to enhance self-efficacy in survivors of stroke and caregivers. A multidisciplinary team created a usability conceptual framework that included survivors with and without communication difficulties. Testing procedures were adapted to accommodate cognitive, motor, and communication needs. Outcome measures included usability scores, task completion rates, knowledge acquisition, and user experience feedback. The tutorial offers a replicable framework for inclusive usability testing in digital health, especially for populations with neurological and communication impairments.