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What should a stroke patient expect after the stroke and prior to the rehab in terms of recovery?
In terms of recovery, generally about 10% of stroke survivors recover almost completely; 25% recover with minor impairments; 40% experience moderate to severe impairments requiring special care; and 10% require care in a nursing home or other long-term care facility. The majority of improvements occur within the first month after the stroke. Significant improvements will continue to be seen during the next three to six months. Beyond six months, there may be some slow improvements.
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What kind of exercises can be performed by the stroke patient?
The stroke patient can do any exercise except isometrics or Valsalva maneuver (which increases abdominal pressure). These activities tend to increase the blood pressure which is to be avoided as much as possible in stroke patients. Isometric exercises are exercises wherein there is no change in muscle length against an opposing force or resistance. Valsalva maneuver is forceful voluntary exertion wherein one tries to move his/her bowels.
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Where does a patient undergo stroke rehabilitation?
Depending on the severity of the stroke, rehabilitation can take place in a rehabilitation unit in the hospital, a rehabilitation center, at the outpatient department, at a facility with skilled nursing care, or even at home. The team of doctors will determine the most appropriate rehabilitation setting for a particular patient.
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When can a stroke patient return to work?
A stroke patient should undergo disability assessment before he/she is allowed to return to work. If the stroke is mild, the patient can return to his/her usual work with the necessary precautions. In moderate stroke, the patient would need a change in his/her work so vocational exploration should be done to assess what type of work he/she can shift to. In severe stroke, the patient would have a difficult time returning to work and roles may have to be reversed. The patient should have undergone rehabilitation medicine Click here to request for an Estimate/Quote now!
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When can patients who had stroke have sex?
A stroke patient can engage in sex provided that he/she: has been cleared neurologically is medically stable has no undue signs of fatigue or breathlessness regularly takes his/her medications regularly monitors his/her vital signs especially blood pressure partner may be aware of the needs and difficulties that might arise during the sexual activity.
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