A stroke occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. This can lead to damage in the affected areas of the brain, causing a range of symptoms, including:

• Weakness or paralysis, typically on one side of the body
• Trouble with speech and communication
• Difficulty with balance and coordination
• Loss of motor function and control
• Cognitive and memory impairments

The severity of stroke symptoms depends on the size and location of the affected brain area. Early intervention and rehabilitation are crucial to maximizing recovery and regaining as much function as possible.

What Will Post-Stroke Rehabilitation Look Like?

At Fit and Fine Rehab, your post-stroke rehabilitation plan is customized to your unique needs and goals. Our team of experienced physiotherapists will work with you to help restore movement, strength, and coordination. A typical stroke rehabilitation program may include:

• Strengthening Exercises: Targeted exercises to rebuild muscle strength and restore balance, helping you regain the ability to move more independently.

• Gait Training: Focuses on improving your walking ability, ensuring a safe and efficient gait as you relearn how to move.

• Balance and Coordination Therapy: Rebuilding your coordination and balance to reduce the risk of falls and improve your confidence in daily activities.

• Functional Training: Exercises that simulate everyday activities, helping you regain skills like dressing, eating, and using your hands more effectively.

• Speech and Cognitive Therapy (if required): If the stroke has affected your ability to communicate or caused cognitive challenges, we collaborate with specialists to help improve these skills.

• Pain Management and Spasticity Reduction: We use a variety of techniques, including manual therapy and modalities, to relieve pain and manage muscle spasticity that often occurs after a stroke.

Our goal is to help you achieve the highest possible level of independence, whether it’s through improving mobility, relearning tasks, or increasing overall physical function.

How Can I Get Started?

If you or a loved one has experienced a stroke, Fit and Fine Rehab in Aldergrove, BC is here to help you every step of the way. The sooner you begin rehabilitation, the better the potential outcome for your recovery.

Contact us today to learn more about our stroke rehabilitation programs and schedule an assessment with one of our skilled physiotherapists. We’re committed to helping you regain your strength, confidence, and quality of life after a stroke.