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To assess the unmet needs of stroke survivors in a novel interdisciplinary clinic 6 months post-discharge.

Abstract Number: Esoc2026a1830 Post Stroke Unmet Need in the Community: Results of a Novel Interdisciplinary Clinic

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To assess the unmet needs of stroke survivors in a novel interdisciplinary clinic 6 months post-discharge.
Established a clinic at an Irish stroke center led by a physiotherapist, speech therapist, and Advanced Nurse Practitioner.
Utilized the Greater Manchester Stroke Assessment Tool for structured reviews of stroke survivors.
Collected demographic data and referrals for 519 patients between 14/03/2023 and 01/09/2025.
93.8% of patients reported at least one unmet need 6 months post-discharge.
Common unmet needs included fatigue (52.8%), lack of regular exercise (44.6%), and pain (38.4%).
Physiotherapy, speech therapy, and dietetics input was needed in 23.8%, 13.0%, and 17.1% of patients, respectively.

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Randomized trial evaluates community needs post-stroke, highlighting significant unmet needs among survivors.

Murphy et al. (2026) studied this question.

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