RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Vinall, Phil
T1 Getting beyond the Plateau: Promoting Recovery in the Chronic Phase of Stroke
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2009
FD SAGE Publications
VO 9
IS 1
SP 29
OP 30
DO 10.1177/155989770901018
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/9/1/29.abstract
AB Contrary to accepted wisdom, improvement in physical activity for stroke patients does not peak 11 weeks after being discharged from the hospital. This article presents data that detailed an exercise program that continues to improve fitness, walking, insulin sensitivity, and glucose metabolism in what he described as the chronic phase of stroke treatment.