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Post-Stroke is written in as the example “Spasticity.” The figure with it is 3. That figure is not your prescription, and this sentence is not a diagnosis. If it hurts, stop. Do not add repetitions. Many stroke survivors return to modified versions of work, social activities, and hobbies during this period, with continued therapy as needed.

Post-Cerebrovascular Accident Recovery Stroke recovery relies on the brain's capacity for neuroplasticity to relearn movement, communication, and daily function, often over a rehabilitation process spanning many months. Hemiparesis, spasticity, gait and speech changes Months to years, most gains in first 3–6 months

Physical, occupational, and speech therapy New stroke symptoms (FAST warning signs) A stroke occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is interrupted, either by a blockage (ischemic stroke) or bleeding (hemorrhagic stroke), depriving brain tissue of oxygen and causing damage that can affect movement, sensation, speech, cognition, or a combination of these functions depending on the brain area involved.

Rehabilitation after stroke relies heavily on neuroplasticity — the brain's capacity to reorganize and form new connections — to relearn movement patterns and compensate for damaged areas. The most rapid gains are typically seen in the first three to six months, though meaningful improvement can continue well beyond this window with continued, structured practice.

The example for Post-Stroke is , “Spasticity,” and 3. Do not copy the figure onto a prescription.3

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Spasticity

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