Stroke: When Minutes Count
Rehabilitation Can Help

After suffering a stroke, it's important to begin rehabilitation as soon as possible. Rehabilitation helps survivors:

Regain body functions they lost to stroke
Cope with disabilities and depression caused by stroke
Learn skills to resume daily routines and re-enter the workforce

There are various types of rehabilitation specialists available to stroke survivors:

Physician - the primary care physician or neurologist tracks a patient's state of health and oversees his or her progress in rehabilitation

Rehabilitation nurse - specialized in rehabilitation, the nurse works with the physician to ensure the recovery of functions after a stroke

Physical therapist - helps the survivor regain control of body functions lost or impaired by stroke

Speech therapist - helps the survivor regain control of speech or language impairments caused by stroke

Occupational therapist - assists the survivor with the necessary training to re-enter the workforce

Psychiatrist - helps the survivor cope with the depression and disabilities caused by stroke