Current survey of rehabilitation in patients with stroke and comorbidities in primary stroke centers

July 17, 2024NosotchuOpen Access

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To investigate the implementation of diverse rehabilitation strategies for stroke patients with comorbidities in primary stroke centers.
Conducted a survey across 414 primary stroke centers assessing facility information, rehabilitation system, and transfer conditions.
Examined the involvement of rehabilitation professionals such as speech-language pathologists and specialized nursing staff.
Few facilities had adequate numbers of speech-language therapists and specialized nurses.
Many centers lacked appropriate strategies for cognitive rehabilitation despite the need for comprehensive care.
Transfer times for patients requiring complex rehabilitation were often prolonged, particularly in university hospitals.

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Survey uncovers rehabilitation practices in stroke centers, indicating areas for improvement in care quality.

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