Each year, hundreds of thousands of people experience strokes, which occur when the blood supply to the brain is cut off. The leading cause of long-term disability in the U.S., strokes can have lifelong implications. However, with the right tools and support, most patients can regain much of their strength and capabilities. If your loved one has recently experienced one of these life-altering episodes, here’s what you need to know about stroke recovery. 

A Brief Guide to Stroke Recovery 

The First Few Days 

Typically, stroke rehabilitation begins in the hospital. This treatment, called acute care, involves stabilization and assessment of the condition. Your loved one’s medical team will also develop a treatment plan, which may include inpatient, outpatient, and short-and-long-term care. If they are medically stable, they will likely begin rehab within about two days of the stroke. 

Upon Release

Once the patient is released from the hospital, they may spend some time in a rehabilitation center or nursing home before going home. In severe cases, they may need to consider moving to an assisted living facility. In-home assistance is typically necessary—at least for the short-term—as they regain their health and faculties. You, your loved one, and their medical team can determine the best option based on your individual situation. 

Continuing Therapy

Whether they go directly home from the hospital or spend time in a rehabilitation center, the patient will need to partake in some long-term therapies. Depending on the severity of the stroke and its effects, they may need several types of therapy. This includes speech therapy to assist with language and occupational therapy to help them perform routine tasks. They may also need physical therapy to regain function of certain body parts. 

How can Coryell Health help?

Coryell Health has several options on one central campus to meet patients varying degree of need. Inpatient rehabilitation is provided in the hospital and at RehabLiving at The Meadows. RehabLiving provides both short-term and long-term care. Physical therapy is offered in our new out-patient rehab center. Coryell Home Health can provide registered nurses, therapists, and aids to visit patient in the comfort of their own home. If a patient decides they want to let go of the responsibilities of managing a home, depending on their needs, they can choose between Assisted or Independent living at the Oaks. 

Strokes can affect different people in different ways with varying levels of severity. But regardless, the quicker your loved one begins rehabilitation, the greater chance they have of successful stroke recovery. Located conveniently in Gatesville, TX, Coryell Health has a continuum of care so that patients and their loved ones do not have to drive out of town for quality healthcare.  . Call (254) 865-8251 to speak with a friendly staff member or visit the website for more information.