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Stroke rehabilitation
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Rehabilitation after stroke can help you relearn any skills lost as a result of the stroke. It is important to start rehabilitation as soon as possible after a stroke. This resource provides details about rehabilitation, including frequently asked questions.
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Keywords
physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech, therapist, aphasia, memory, cognitive, vision, depression, insomnia
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Rated on: 5/30/2017 4:06:45 PM
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