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Stroke Rehabilitation & Neuro Physiotherapy

Stroke recovery is most effective in the first 6 months when the brain is most plastic. Neuro physiotherapy progressively rebuilds movement, balance and independence.

SootheCare verifiedPhased programmeLast updated May 2026

Recovery timeline

A typical stroke recovery programme moves through these phases. Your physiotherapist will adapt the timeline to your specific case.

  1. 1

    Phase 1: Acute

    First 2-4 weeks

    Bed mobility, sitting balance, prevent secondary complications.

  2. 2

    Phase 2: Subacute

    Weeks 2-12

    Standing, walking, upper limb retraining, daily activities.

  3. 3

    Phase 3: Chronic

    After 3 months

    Refining gait, advanced limb use, community reintegration.

What to expect

Manual Therapy

Hands-on techniques including joint mobilisation, soft tissue massage, myofascial release and trigger point therapy. Used to reduce pain, restore movement and break down adhesions in muscles and connective tissue.

Exercise Therapy

The cornerstone of modern physiotherapy. Progressive, individualised exercises restore strength, mobility and motor control — the only intervention proven to produce long-term changes in tissue and function.

Dry Needling

Fine needles inserted into trigger points to release tight muscle bands. Effective for chronic muscle tension, headaches, and stubborn pain that doesn't respond to massage alone. Different from acupuncture in approach and goal.

Electrotherapy

Modalities like TENS, ultrasound, IFT and laser used to reduce pain and inflammation, especially in the early stages of injury. Always combined with exercise — never used as a standalone treatment.

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Frequently asked

How soon after a stroke should physiotherapy start?
Within 24-48 hours of medical stability. Early intervention is the strongest predictor of good long-term recovery.
How much can someone recover after a stroke?
Recovery varies widely by stroke severity, location and starting fitness, but with structured rehab most patients regain meaningful function — many return to walking and daily activities.

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