Rehabilitation Guidelines in Stroke
Aaron Jesuthasan, Mya Maung, Sara Ajina, Elizabeth A. Warburton
Abstract
Rehabilitation is an essential aspect in the care of stroke patients, both in the acute and long-term setting to improve patient outcomes and enhance their independence. In this review, we aim to summarise the pertinent points of the updated guidelines surrounding stroke rehabilitation to aid the general clinician. Importantly, we highlight recommendations such as the increase of rehabilitation intensity to 3 hours per day to improve patient outcomes, as well as the support of telerehabilitation to enable patients to remain in the community and assist in addressing unequal resource distribution across geographical locations. We emphasise that stroke rehabilitation should be personalised and focused on the patient's individual needs and goals. Future research should further explore the potential integration of psychosocial rehabilitation and remote technologies.