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Physiotherapy works: Stroke

Physiotherapy improves recovery of function and mobility after stroke. NICE recommends a minimum of 45 minutes of physiotherapy five days a week as part of a seven day specialist stroke rehabilitation service. High intensity therapy is needed to relearn lost abilities.Rehabilitation should continue for as long as the person is showing measurable benefit from treatment and has achieved their agreed goals. Access to community rehabilitation services should be flexible to support longer term needs.Early physiotherapy helps people relearn vital abilitiesFrom 24 hours after a stroke, physiotherapists begin rehabilitation in short frequent spells, focused on getting out of bed, standing and walking. This repetitive task training helps people regain movement and relearn everyday activities.Physiotherapists use assistive equipment to enhance stroke rehabilitation. Robot-assisted devices support people to walk independently while treadmill training improves walking speed and endurance. Virtual…