Outcome
Alan left hospital after 6 weeks and returned home with ongoing rehabilitation. He is able to walk with his dog, Patch, and socialise with his brother and friends. He has also found it beneficial working through the Self Help4 Stroke self management resource recommended to him by his therapy team.
Key Messages
- Patients spend a limited time in therapy and therefore self practice in environments out with therapy should be supported and actively encouraged to maximise their outcome
- Various options are available in the management of spasticity and should be considered early on
- Orthotics, of any sort, that are provided should have a clear management strategy
- Physical therapy interventions should aim to address a patient’s needs and requirements in relation to their rehabilitation. Patient input is a vital part of the rehabilitation process. By listening to Alan’s concerns the rehabilitation team were able to formulate an effective treatment plan that met his personal goals.
To learn more about the management of tone and spasticity following stroke visit STARs AM 19: Management of Tone and Spasticity After Stroke: A Role for Everyone.
To learn more about self-management and the strategies which may be used in the process of self management visit STARs AM 15: Self Management.
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Page last reviewed: 27 May 2021
