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Physical Challenges

You have survived a stroke, and now you are home. What’s next? While every stroke is different, some type of disability, or physical limitation is common. Setting reasonable, step-by-step goals regarding these three important areas of your life may be a good next step for you:
  • Recovering as much independence and mobility as possible.
  • Staying safe while returning to activity (preventing falls)
  • Living your life as fully and comfortably as possible after your stroke.
Your attitude and effort matter most of all. Most stroke survivors who follow a rehabilitation plan regain significant function. The more you use your body, the better you will get.

husband and wifeConditions Impacting Physical Abilities After Stroke
Learn more about post-stroke fatique, dysphagia (trouble swallowing) visual field cuts and other conditions that may affect a stroke survivor’s physical abilities.

Maximizing Physical Recovery & Independence
Find tips and advice for improving and managing the conditions that may affect physical abilities after stroke as well as learning more about many different types of therapies.

Personal Stories
Read stories of stroke survivors and caregivers sharing their challenges and accomplishments related to physical abilities after their strokes.

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Especially for Caregivers
Information specifically for stroke family caregivers to help them cope with physical changes that may affect their loved ones after stroke.

Additional Resources
Helpful links to other organizations with useful information regarding stroke’s effects on physical abilities.

To request an information packet about stroke, visit our stroke information request.
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Find Support

Seeking support from others who've experienced stroke can be a huge benefit to recovery. Stroke groups afford the opportunity to share feelings, ideas and resources.  Find a group in your area.

Stroke Connection: Going Back To Work
Stroke Connection Spring 2013
 
Getting back to work after a stroke is a big step for many survivors. Our cover story discusses how to know when you’re ready, understanding your rights and more in the Spring issue of Stroke Connection magazine. 
Read it now or subscribe today!
Life After Stroke Let's Talk About Changes Caused by Stroke
Let's Talk About Complications After Stroke
Let's Talk About Driving After Stroke
Let's Talk About Emotional Changes After Stroke
Let's Talk About Feeling Tired After Stroke
Let's Talk About Living at Home After Stroke
Let's Talk About Stroke and Aphasia
Let's Talk About Stroke and Rehabilitation
Let's Talk About a Stroke Diagnosis
Let's Talk About the Stroke Family Caregiver