Guide To The Treatment And Recovery Process Of A Hemorrhagic Stroke

Duration Of Recovery

A patient's recovery duration depends on the part of their brain that was affected, the extent of the damage to the brain tissues, and the amount of time between the onset and treatment of their stroke. Some patients will recover within a year of their stroke, while others can take many years to recover. Stroke recovery begins after the patient has been stabilized. Most hospitals have a unit called a rehabilitation unit where a patient can undergo the first several weeks of their recovery process at the hospital. Facilities outside of the hospital may also offer specialized programs to treat stroke patients. These programs typically take place in nursing home facilities with specialized staff. The process of recovery differs from one patient to the next because the brain can heal in different ways. The brain can regain function by altering the way activities are performed. Other patients may only have damage to the cells in the brain the body is able to heal. Some brains can have one area take over the functions lost in the area that experienced the hemorrhagic stroke. Inpatient programs last for up to twelve weeks, and outpatient recovery can take up to a year.