Stroke Rehabilitation: How to Get Help During Stroke Recovery

A stroke can be very scary and emotional. After the stroke, there may be a long period of recovery. Many people experience long-term effects of stroke, such as difficulty walking, talking, and eating. Some people may need help with this recovery and may benefit from stroke rehabilitation.

Stroke rehabilitation is a program that helps manage the recovery of a stroke under medical professionals. There are different phases of stroke rehabilitation, and the process may take months.

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Lauren Smith, MA

Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.

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