Post Stroke Recovery
Stroke patients have a stronger and more complete recovery when they follow a stroke rehabilitation program that is prescribed by medical professionals. Post stroke recovery patients should start rehabilitation as soon as possible after a stroke.
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Rehabilitation
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According to the Mayo Clinic, the main goal of stroke rehabilitation is to help a patient relearn basic skills that were lost due to stroke damage to the brain.
Communication
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Communication skills such as speaking, writing and listening may be lost or impaired after a stroke and may require the assistance of language or speech pathologists.
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Motor Skills
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Muscle strength and coordination may be reduced by a stroke and these skills may be improved with the help of physicians, physical therapists and rehabilitation nurses.
Mobility and Range of Motion
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Walking aids such as walkers, canes or braces may be needed during therapy until walking and balancing are relearned with physical therapy. Exercises may be prescribed to increase a patient's range of motion and reduce muscle tension.
Psychological Therapy
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Counseling and anti-depressant drug therapy may be required in stroke patients who have suffered psychological effects.
Other Therapy
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Forced use therapy may be used to restrict the use of an undamaged limb and practice using a limb that was affected by a stroke. Electrical stimulation may be used to strengthen muscles that were affected by a stroke.
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