National Stroke Awareness Month: How At-Home PT, OT, & Speech Therapy Can Help

A stroke is an often catastrophic event that damages vital connections between your brain and body. Stroke is the leading cause of long-term disability and often results in loss of mobility and other critical daily functions. However, this loss is not necessarily permanent. Since May is National Stroke Awareness Month, the team at Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions would like to take this opportunity to discuss how at-home physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy can help after a stroke. Continue reading to learn more! 

How At-Home Therapy Can Help After A Stroke

After surviving a stroke, many patients have the goal of returning to live independently at home. But even with the help of loved ones and caregivers, recovery can be a challenge. After a stroke, the long-term goal of rehabilitation is to help the patient become as independent as possible and relearn critical skills. At Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions, we provide a comprehensive approach to care to help you meet your stroke recovery goals. Our services include:

• Physical Therapy – A stroke can lead to an array of physical problems. Muscle weakness, balance issues, and loss of muscle function are all prevalent problems for stroke survivors. In-home physical therapy can help patients regain coordination, strength, grip strength, and movement control. 
• Occupational Therapy – Patients may need to relearn skills necessary for self-care after a stroke. An occupational therapist can help patients manage personal care and help patients relearn how to perform certain activities like preparing meals, dressing, and cleaning. 
• Speech Therapy – Stroke survivors may encounter difficulties with speech. They might have trouble speaking, understanding what others are saying, and finding words. This is known as aphasia. We offer in-home speech therapy to help patients relearn how to communicate through targeted speech therapy exercises. 

Contact Us

Recovery after a stroke can be a frustrating endeavor, but our team at Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions is here to help. We provide in-home rehabilitation services to help patients restore lost function, increase independence, and improve their overall quality of life. Participating in therapy from the comfort of home has been shown to yield incredible results, so be sure to contact us today to learn more about how we can help!