Stroke Rehabilitation Services in Baltimore, MD

When a stroke occurs, the journey of recovery can be lengthy and demanding for both the individual and their loved ones. Given that strokes impact various areas of the brain, there is risk of forgetting specific skills or abilities in the aftermath. Recognizing these challenges, Steady Strides extends its specialized stroke rehabilitation services to the Baltimore, MD, community. Our program is designed to facilitate the relearning process, empowering individuals and their loved ones to regain the skills lost due to stroke.

The Aftereffects of a Stroke and the Road to Recovery with Rehabilitation

After experiencing a stroke, many individuals face various physical challenges. The severity of these setbacks depends on factors such as the stroke's severity and the individual's unique characteristics. At Steady Strides, we offer comprehensive stroke rehabilitation services tailored to address a wide range of disabilities. We foster independence and enhance quality of life for you or your loved one.

Understanding the diverse effects of strokes is crucial for effective recovery and rehabilitation. Nearly half of stroke survivors encounter residual limitations in mobility and daily activities. While stroke prevention interventions are common, expert care for post-stroke disabilities is less prevalent. Research indicates that while some function may recover years post-stroke, early rehabilitation yields the most significant results, highlighting the importance of prompt and comprehensive stroke rehabilitation.

Post-stroke complications such as spasticity, shoulder pain, and mobility difficulties are prevalent and can benefit from specialized care provided by physicians trained in stroke rehabilitation. Collaborative care between stroke specialists and physical, occupational, and speech therapists optimizes recovery potential.

For example, spasticity, a common post-stroke condition, can severely limit limb function and daily activities. Management strategies may include tailored therapy exercises, rehabilitation modalities, oral medications like baclofen, or FDA-approved botulinum toxin injections, such as Botox, which target muscle tightness at the nerve/muscle junction. Our approach at Steady Strides involves utilizing therapeutic modalities and neuromuscular re-education techniques to maximize intervention effectiveness along neural pathways from muscle to brain.

Under the guidance of our stroke rehabilitation specialist, Dr. Atanelov, diagnosis and treatment of limiting conditions are meticulously addressed. Dr. Atanelov prescribes tailored treatment plans, which may include imaging, neurodiagnostic evaluations, medications, bracing, or injections, in collaboration with our skilled on-site physical and occupational therapists. Together, we form a cohesive team dedicated to optimizing your chances of successful rehabilitation and recovery.

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