Tag Archives: Apraxia

Stroke Rehabilitation: Long-Term Rehabilitation After Stroke (NICE CG162)

Posted on June 15, 2013 by

Summary Approximately 110,000 people in England, 11,000 people in Wales and 4,000 people in Northern Ireland have a stroke each year. Although most people survive their first stroke there are usually lasting effects. Over 900,000 people in England live with … Continue reading →

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Memory, Thinking and Understanding After Stroke (Stroke Association)

Posted on May 2, 2013 by

Summary People may experience difficulties with memory, attention, making decisions and understanding after a stroke. This Stroke Association factsheet explains these effects, covers the sources of help and information available and offers some practical tips. Full Text Link (Note: This … Continue reading →

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Updated National Clinical Guideline for Stroke (Royal College of Physicians)

Posted on December 29, 2012 by

Summary This updated guideline, from the Intercollegiate Stroke Working Party at the Royal College of Physicians, covers: Commissioning of stroke services. Organisation of stroke services. Acute phase care. Secondary prevention. Recovery phase from impairments and limited activities: rehabilitation. Long-term management. … Continue reading →

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