Only 6.4% of stroke survivors receive enough therapy, finds ‘damning’ report

Stroke Association says widespread lack of rehabilitation hinders patients’ chances of regaining physical and mental functionFewer than one in 15 stroke survivors are getting the amount of therapy the NHS should provide to maximise their chances of recovery, a report has revealed.The figure was a “damning” indictment of the widespread lack of rehabilitation for patients, which was hindering their chances of regaining physical and mental function, the Stroke Association said. Continue reading...