Stroke rehabilitation. 5. Stroke outcome

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 1994 May;75(5 Spec No):S56-60.

Abstract

This self-directed learning module highlights outcome after stroke rehabilitation. Part of the chapter on stroke rehabilitation in the Self-Directed Medical Knowledge Program for practitioners and trainees in physical medicine and rehabilitation, this article contains sections on predictors of stroke outcome; the ability of stroke rehabilitation to achieve functional improvement, maintain functional gains, and reduce costs; and the efficacy of varying levels of rehabilitation services.

MeSH terms

  • Activities of Daily Living
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders / rehabilitation*
  • Humans
  • Outcome Assessment, Health Care*
  • Quality of Life