Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation After Stroke

A stroke is a serious neurological condition caused by either an interruption of blood flow to the brain (ischemic stroke) or bleeding within the brain (hemorrhagic stroke). Depending on the area of the brain affected, patients may experience muscle weakness or paralysis, speech and swallowing difficulties, impaired balance, coordination problems, and limitations in daily activities. Early physical therapy and rehabilitation play a vital role in stroke recovery. A personalized rehabilitation program may help improve mobility, muscle strength, balance, communication skills, and independence in daily living. Treatment plans are tailored to each patient's neurological condition, functional abilities, and rehabilitation goals to support the best possible recovery.