Stroke is one of the most prevalent problems concerning the elderly. Statistics indicate that as many as 970 people out of 100,000 people aged 65 and above suffer a stroke. That’s why, aside from dementia, victims of stroke are some of the most numerous clients of home care in Campbell, California.
Stroke can have debilitating effects on the person. Depending on the stroke’s severity, a person can experience a partial loss of cognitive and motor abilities. Fortunately, stroke rehabilitation can help an elderly person recover at least some of those abilities and help him or her function normally despite their predicament.
Knowing the specific goals of stroke rehab is essential for anyone who is providing elderly care to a relative or client. These goals include:
- Attempting to restore muscular strength and coordination through rehabilitation so the elderly can still attempt movement under their own power.
- Training the patient to use mobility assistance to partially regain motor skills, if full recovery is impossible.
- Helping the patient recover their communication skills, including speech, writing, as well as their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, through therapy.
There are various therapies explicitly used in post-stroke recovery and rehabilitation. It is the patient’s physician’s role to refer them to a specialist. The latter will then determine the rehabilitation plan for the individual.
If you require assistance from a reputable expert in senior care in California, make sure to contact California Seniors Care (CSC). Let us discuss what help we can give you.
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