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Stroke rehabilitation largely takes place at home, without clinical oversight. Here we gather the research and reports that show why it matters and why it needs to change.
The National Board of Health and Welfare's follow-up shows that half of Sweden's regions lack the required routines for systematic rehabilitation work, and only 4 of these 10 check whether the routines are actually followed.
Read moreThe Riksstroke annual report shows that less than half of the regions meet the target level for early supported discharge home, and that rehabilitation availability varies greatly depending on where in the country the patient lives.
Read moreInternational research shows that family carers take on the caregiving role immediately after stroke, often without adequate preparation. The patient's anxiety level and the carer's depression are directly linked to each other.
Read moreResearch shows that rehabilitation motivation functions as a crucial link between social support and health-related quality of life, underscoring the direct role of carers in recovery.
Read moreThe European Commission presented the European Care Strategy 2022, requiring member states to invest in digital solutions for home-based care, driven by an ageing population and growing shortage of care staff.
Read moreClinicians in Region Stockholm emphasise that collaboration between professionals and active involvement of carers is the most important success factor, especially when healthcare staff are not on site.
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