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Cases of brain stroke have been increasing in India for the last few years. Even after brain stroke, there is a need to take care of the patient’s health for several months. Especially rehabilitation is equally important. Experts say that a proper recovery plan is necessary in case of brain stroke. Medicines, physiotherapy and constant follow-up are necessary.
Experts say that brain stroke Even after getting proper treatment, when the patient is discharged from the hospital, there should be no negligence of any kind. It is important to have a proper recovery plan after being discharged from the hospital. If this is not the case then there is a possibility of some health problem occurring again. Patients should know which therapy to take at which time. What medicines to take and for how long is rehabilitation necessary?
There is also a golden period for recovery
HCAH President Dr. Gaurav Thukral says that the first few weeks after stroke are very important. During this time the brain is in a state of neuroplasticity, when it can reorganize itself. After brain stroke is cured, there is a golden period for its recovery. The time of 6 to 12 weeks after stroke is considered to be the golden period for recovery.
If proper care, exercise and rehabilitation is received during this period, then the patient’s recovery is good. This can significantly improve the health of the patient, but in many cases it is seen that people pay less attention to the rehabilitation after stroke.
Need to increase rehabilitation services in the country
According to Dr. Gaurav, there is a need to increase rehabilitation services in the country. There are more than 1,200 stroke rehabilitation centers in the country, which are very less in proportion to the population. Only increasing their number will help patients recover after stroke.
What to do for recovery after stroke
The recovery period starts after stroke treatment. For this, the most important thing is that you do the exercises that the doctor has told you and the physiotherapy that has been prescribed for the movement of arms and legs. If a person is having difficulty speaking or eating, then consult an ENT doctor. Take the medicines given by the doctor on time. Regular check-up is necessary.
