Stroke Update 2011: Stroke Rehabilitation

Stroke rehabilitation: long-term rehabilitation after stroke.

Many stroke survivors, despite improvements in mortality and morbidity, remain dependent on others for everyday activities. People with stroke need access to effective specialist multidisciplinary rehabilitation services that are organised and integrated within the whole system of health and social care. They also commonly come under the care of generalists in various clinical contexts, includi...

Secondary stroke prevention in 2011: an update on available options.

Stroke Rehabilitation

Stroke is defined a sudden neurological impairment resulting from interruption of the blood supply and brain tissue damage. The most common symptom of a stroke is sudden weakness and/or numbness of the face, arms or legs, most often on one side of the body. Other symptoms include: confusion, difficulty speaking or understanding speech; difficulty seeing with one or both eyes; difficulty walking...

Stroke rehabilitation

Stroke is a major cause of death and other complications worldwide. In Saudi Arabia, stroke has become an emerging health issue leading to disability and death. However, stroke care including rehabilitation services, in Saudi Arabia lags behind developed countries. Stroke rehabilitation is an essential recovery option after stroke and should start as early as possible to avoid potential complic...

Quality improvement in neurology: Stroke and Stroke Rehabilitation Quality Measurement Set update.