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SHORT-TERM REHAB | LONG-TERM CARE

Stroke rehabilitation

Strokes are an extremely common medical emergency: they happen when a vessel supplying blood to the brain cannot provide brain cells with oxygen. The long-term goal of stroke rehabilitation services, or stroke therapy, is to help stroke survivors improve their physical and cognitive functions, relearn skills they may have lost, and improve their overall quality of life.

SHORT-TERM REHAB | LONG-TERM CARE

Stroke rehabilitation

Strokes are an extremely common medical emergency: they happen when a vessel supplying blood to the brain cannot provide brain cells with oxygen. The long-term goal of stroke rehabilitation services, or stroke therapy, is to help stroke survivors improve their physical and cognitive functions, relearn skills they may have lost, and improve their overall quality of life.

 

Recovering from a Stroke

Stroke Rehab Process: What to Expect 

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Stage 1: Initial Recovery From Stroke

While every patient’s recovery from stroke is slightly different, here’s a rough idea of the overall healing process. The first stage begins as soon as the stroke victim is treated for critical symptoms. Rehab often starts here, as studies prove that earlier rehab greatly enhances recovery. This phase may involve preventative measures and light movement.  

Stage 2: First Two Weeks

After discharge—which may occur after a few days or take longer—patients are referred to either long-term acute care facilities or an inpatient or outpatient rehab center, depending on the severity of the side effects they’re experiencing. Most patients experience a 50% recovery during this stage.  

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Stage 3: Month Three

This stage is critical, as the post-stroke brain is ready to absorb things and make new connections. It takes around three months after a stroke for the brain to return to a more normal state, so taking advantage of the brain’s ability to adjust during Stage 3 is essential.  

Stage 4: Beyond Month Three

Now that rehabilitation for stroke is complete, the patient continues rehab at home or with the support of inpatient rehab services. Our expert rehab team will help figure out what exercises and lifestyle choices work best for each person. Encouragingly, research shows that performance can continue to improve for 18 months after stroke rehab.  

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Our Approach to Stroke Rehab

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Rehab Select is a trusted Alabama provider with five convenient locations offering a personalized, physician-led stroke rehab program.

At Rehab Select, you can expect that any treatment you receive is personalized and unique. Your expert team of rehab specialists—including doctors, nurses, PTs, OTs, dietitians, and mental health providers—will get to know you and your individual situation and then outline a treatment plan. Our Stroke rehabilitation programs address the physical, cognitive, and emotional impact strokes can have. We are committed to providing you with the best experience possible and want to support you in returning to a full life after your stroke therapy program is complete.  

Some benefits you can expect from our stroke rehab services include:

  • Personalized, evidence-based treatment  
  • A holistic plan of care that includes speech, neurology, and more
  • Improved cognitive function 
  • Boost in psychological health and well-being
  • Increased physical strength and stamina 
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