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What are the choices in stroke rehabilitation?
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Physical therapy: Early physical therapy starting in the first 24 hrs after stroke, modalities are many should be discussed w/ pt specialist. In addition to secondary prevention of another stroke.
Answered 7/7/2015
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3 choices: Acute or subacute rehab, usually done as inpatient. Outpatient rehab is least intensive of the three, reserved for milder impairments. Physiatrists are best suited to determine which level of intensity is best for the individual patient. Ask one.
Answered 5/27/2015
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