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Are You Recovering from a Stroke?
If you or someone you love has had a stroke, you are probably frightened and worried. And, youre filled with questions. What can be expected in recovery? How much rehabilitation will be needed?
No health professional can predict the exact outcome of a stroke. Still, research shows that patients tend to do better when they have supportive families and friends. Learning the basics about stroke and rehabilitation can help families provide a stronger support system as well as reduce their fears of the unknown.
Author Kip Burkman, M.D., is a rehabilitation physician who has worked with thousands of stroke patients and families. He understands what families go through when a loved one has a stroke, and he offers answers to many of your questions.
Among the topics Dr. Burkman covers:
How strokes occurwhat happens in the brain
Major types of strokes and effects
Cognitive changespersonality, emotions, intellect, behavior
Speech and language impairments
Weakness in limbs
Swallowing problems
Recover and rehabilitationwhat to expect
Stroke preventionreducing your risk of stroke
A quick reference book to help you cope with the effects of stroke!
Synopsis
More than half a million Americans suffer strokes annually. Many thousands will require rehabilitation. During such a crises, friends and families must navigate a maze of confusion and emotional upset. What does recovery involve? How complete will recovery be? In clear and simple language, Dr. Burkman helps readers understand the various kinds of strokes and how they can affect body functioning. For those patients disabled by stroke, Dr. Burkman lays out detailed information about rehabilitation. An excellent quick-reference book for those with pressing questions about stroke and stroke recovery.
About the Author
Kip Burkman Burkman, MD, is medical director of rehabilitation at the Rusk Rehabilitation Center in Columbia, Missouri. He is also the director of the Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitaion Program and the Rehabilitation Center Outpatient Program.