Issues in rehabilitation of patients after stroke in the out-patient setting

Abstract

This article considers some current issues regarding rehabilitation of patients after a stroke during out-patient stage. It presents the key principles of post-stroke rehabilitation: functional approach, frequency and intensity of the training. The main methods of rehabilitation include exercise therapy, physiotherapy, pharmaceutical therapy, etc. The optimal intensity and duration of the training was determined. The article presents the features of physical rehabilitation of the paretic arm. It shows the effectiveness of complex rehabilitation using physical and pharmaceutical methods in restoring lost functions. The use of Vasobral in the process of rehabilitation of patients after a stroke is discussed.