Stroke Association says widespread lack of rehabilitation hinders patients’ chances of regaining physical and mental functionFewer than one in 15 stroke survivors are getting the amount of therapy the NHS should provide to maximise their chances of recovery, a report has revealed.The figure was a “damning” indictment of the widespread lack of rehabilitation for patients, which was hindering their chances of regaining physical and mental function, the Stroke Association said. Continue reading...
Only 6.4% of stroke survivors receive enough therapy, finds ‘damning’ report
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The Guardian - UKBy Denis Campbell Health policy editor
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Stroke Association says widespread lack of rehabilitation hinders patients’ chances of regaining physical and mental function Fewer than one in 15 stroke survivors are getting the amount of therapy the NHS should provide to maximise their chances of recovery, a report has revealed. The figure was a “damning” indictment of the widespread lack of rehabilitation for patients, which was hindering their chances of regaining physical and mental function, the Stroke Association said. Continue reading..
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.4% of stroke survivors receive enough therapy, finds ‘damning’ report.
- The figure was a “damning” indictment of the widespread lack of rehabilitation for patients, which was hindering their chances of regaining physical and mental function, the Stroke Association said.
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