25/06/2026
There is strong evidence that physical activity and exercise after stroke can improve cardiovascular fitness, walking ability, and upper arm strength. In addition, emerging research suggests exercise may improve depressive symptoms, cognitive function, memory, and quality of life after stroke.
The best treatment for a stroke is prevention-by achieving good control of diabetes, blood pressure, and cholesterol and staying away from to***co. Lifestyle-related behaviors, such as a good night's sleep, stress management, exercise, and healthy nutrition, also play a critical role. The same things that prevent a heart attack prevent a stroke because the process is really the same. Through lifestyle measures, you can significantly minimize the risks of both heart attack and stroke.
In rehabilitation, you may participate in a variety of therapies to help you regain maximal strength and function. Based on your needs, your rehabilitation team may include: Occupational Therapist: Relearn safe ways of performing your daily activities. Focuses on the use of arms, hands, and fingers. Physical Therapist: Relearn coordination and balance, Focuses on leg strength and mobility. Speech Therapist: Relearn ability to speak, communicate, and/or swallow. Psychological Therapist: Helps you adjust and cope with the changes that have occurred as a result of your stroke.
Clinical Nutritionist/Registered Dietitian: Helps you plan a healthy diet and maintain a healthy weight.
