Stroke Rehabilitation in Huntsville, AL

Specialized Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy

Recovery after a stroke can look different for every person. Changes in strength, balance, walking, coordination, communication, cognition, vision, and the ability to complete everyday activities can continue to affect independence long after leaving the hospital.

At Magnolia Neuro Rehab in Huntsville, Alabama, our therapists provide individualized outpatient rehabilitation for people recovering from stroke. With physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy available in one clinic, our team can address multiple areas of recovery while working toward the goals that matter most to you.

How Can Therapy Help After a Stroke?
Stroke can affect many different areas of daily life. Depending on your individual needs, rehabilitation may focus on improving mobility, independence, communication, safety, and participation in the activities that are important to you.

Physical Therapy After StrokePhysical therapy may address:
Walking and mobility
Balance and fall prevention
Lower-extremity strength
Transfers and getting up from different surfaces
Endurance
Coordination
Stairs and community mobility
Use of an appropriate assistive device

The goal is to help you move as safely and independently as possible at home and in the community.


Occupational Therapy After Stroke

Occupational therapy focuses on helping you return to meaningful everyday activities and may address:
Arm and hand function
Strength and range of motion
Fine motor coordination
Dressing, bathing and other daily activities
Cooking and household activities
Vision and visual-perceptual changes
Cognition
Return to work or hobbies
Adaptive equipment and strategies for greater independence

Speech Therapy After Stroke

A stroke can also affect communication, thinking and swallowing.
Speech therapy may address:
Speech and language
Aphasia
Word finding
Cognitive-communication skills
Memory and attention
Problem solving
Voice
Swallowing difficulties

Is It Too Late to Return to Therapy After a Stroke?
Not necessarily.  Some people come to Magnolia shortly after completing inpatient rehabilitation or home health therapy, while others seek outpatient therapy months or even years after their stroke.  If you are experiencing difficulty with everyday activities, mobility, balance, arm or hand function, communication, cognition, or another area affecting your independence, an evaluation can help determine whether skilled therapy is appropriate for your current needs.

A Team Approach to Stroke Recovery
Stroke often affects more than one area of function. Having PT, OT and speech therapy available in the same clinic allows patients who need multiple disciplines to receive coordinated care in one location.Your treatment plan is based on your individual abilities, challenges and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all stroke program.