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Stroke care specialties:

Neurology ?
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Neurology
A neurologist is a doctor who diagnoses and treats stroke and other problems involving the brain and nervous system.
Occupational medicine ?
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Occupational medicine
An occupational therapist will look at your ability to do everyday activities and help you regain as many daily living skills as possible.
Physical medicine and rehabilitation ?
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Physical medicine and rehabilitation
A physiatrist, a doctor who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, may lead your stroke recovery team.
Physical therapy ?
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Physical therapy
A physical therapist can treat problems with balance, coordination and strength you have after a stroke.
Speech therapy ?
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Speech therapy
A speech-language pathologist can help you regain language skills or teach you other ways to communicate after a stroke.

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If you would like a printed copy of Understanding Stroke: Information about Stroke and Recovery e-mail patienteducation@allina.com.

The book costs $5 for one copy.

The cover of Understanding Stroke by Allina Patient Education Like the online version, this comprehensive manual by Allina Patient Education describes…

  • types of stroke
  • causes of stroke
  • effects of stroke
  • risk factors and warning signs
  • rehabilitation and recovery.

There is also a chapter just for family and friends.


 

 

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