What is Post-Stroke Rehabilitation?

Post-stroke rehabilitation is a specialized program designed to help individuals recover after a stroke, which occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, leading to brain cell damage. The rehabilitation process focuses on restoring movement, speech, and cognitive function affected by the stroke. It can also help individuals relearn daily activities and regain independence.

The extent of recovery depends on the severity of the stroke and the areas of the brain involved, but early and targeted rehabilitation can significantly improve outcomes.

How is Brain Health Related to Post-Stroke Rehabilitation?

Brain health is at the core of stroke recovery. A stroke can cause permanent damage to brain cells, affecting areas responsible for movement, speech, memory, and coordination. Post-stroke rehabilitation focuses on neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to reorganize and form new connections, helping to restore lost functions. Strengthening these neural pathways is key to regaining motor and cognitive skills.

Treating Post-Stroke Recovery Through a Neurological Approach

At Brain Health Chicago, our post-stroke rehabilitation program is rooted in neurological science, focusing on promoting neuroplasticity. Our treatments include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, all designed to target the specific areas affected by the stroke. We also offer advanced techniques like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to stimulate brain activity and aid in recovery as well as HBOT (hyperbaric therapy) to improve oxygenation and improve brain recovery.