Rehab After Stroke
Inpatient rehabilitation helps stroke patients achieve the highest level of function possible and allows them to adjust to any mental and physical changes they may have after a stroke. It can also help patients relearn skills that were lost or weakened after the stroke.
Most important, the faster you enter rehabilitation therapy, the better chance you have of recovery.
Results may vary by individual patient, but studies have been shown that the sooner a person starts inpatient rehabilitation, and the more time they spend on therapy each day after an illness or injury, the better their recovery is likely to be. See the first chart for more information.
What Should You Look For In a Stroke Recovery Program?
While treatment varies from patient to patient, all patients should participate in exercises that help with their individual challenges. Therefore, comprehensive rehabilitation therapy should focus on the specific areas that will help you return to your normal daily activities.
To accomplish this, you should look for a rehabilitation provider that offers care for your individual needs and includes programs focused on improvements, as shown on the second chart.
Our inpatient rehabilitation programs are designed to help patients improve in all of these areas. We have a team of medical experts trained in helping neurology patients achieve the best recoveries possible so that you can get back to a more normal daily routine as soon as possible.
Why Is Inpatient Rehabilitation Right For You?
Experienced stroke-recovery experts designed our inpatient rehabilitation program at the Valley Rehabilitation Center. It includes care provided by a specialized team that understands your individual situation and goals.
This team will work with you and other healthcare professionals involved in your care to develop a personalized plan to maximize your comfort and recovery. Your program will include:
- A dedicated team of doctors, nurses, and physical, occupational and speech therapists
- The latest in treatment technology
- Programs to help you smoothly transition back home or to your next level of care
- Living quarters arranged to be similar to your home environment
- Education and training for you and your family members
According to a study by Medicare, patients who receive inpatient rehab therapy do much better at discharge.
- 76% of inpatient rehab patients are walking independently within 14 days of admission
- 79% are able to transfer from their bed or chair to standing
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