- My first and foremost suggestion is stroke units. Stroke units consist of skilled multidisciplinary teams. Every health board has got a stroke unit in the UK. The literature greatly supports the effectiveness of stroke units in combating the burden of strokes. But I don’t think neither the total number of stroke units nor the number of allocated beds in a stroke unit are in a position to be adequate in Sri Lanka
- Appointing enough staff for stroke care and provision of appropriate training to the staff in stroke care should also be considered as one of the priorities. When the staff across the team are knowledgeable and skilled, the service offered will be of high quality, ensuring the best outcomes
- Commitment from all the staff for continuous professional development and evidence-based practice would also yield great outcomes. Such a culture should be established across the multidisciplinary team
- The physiotherapists and other therapists should be equipped with the best and latest techniques of rehabilitation. Unfortunately, this training is costly. But these costs should be considered as an investment
- Ensuring the availability of necessary equipment such as seating/specialist chairs, transfer aids such as appropriate hoists, handling aids such as sliding sheets, etc. would also enhance best outcomes and safe handling for both the patients and staff. It is likely for a patient suffering with stroke to be presented with some weakness. This weakness can range from mild weakness of one side to complete paralysis of one side resulting in total dependence on others for movement and mobility. But it is not recommended for staff to lift patients as lifting can compromise the health and wellbeing of staff. Therefore, the staff should follow minimal handling techniques
- Establishing community physiotherapy/rehabilitation services under the national health service would enhance the vision of stroke care for all, ensuring fair provision of treatment across the island
Rehabilitation of stroke patients
03 Nov 2021
Rehabilitation of stroke patients
03 Nov 2021
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