Mobilising and functional mobility
Abstract
This chapter provides an overview of mobility following stroke. Regaining mobility is likely to be a key goal of rehabilitation as it can impact many aspects of life. The chapter will explore important rehabilitation issues including mobility, mobility aids, falls and driving, but also the ways in which mobility can be impacted by other ‘hidden’ issues including fear of falling, fatigue and altered vision.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
Spatial Neglect and Hemispheric Dysfunction
Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
Publication details
- Pages
- 187–211
- Publication date
- 5 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter