India, Oct. 15 -- Leaving the hospital after a stroke is an important milestone, but recovery often continues long after discharge. Stroke rehabilitation helps patients work on everyday challenges such as walking, speaking, maintaining balance and performing routine activities. With the right combination of physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and medical support, patients can gradually rebuild their abilities and become more independent. Starting a structured rehabilitation plan at the right time can support recovery and help patients adjust to life after a stroke.

Most families will read the discharge letter as the end of the treatment, when in truth it sits a good deal closer to the midpoint of the whole of the recovery...