Functional Outcome of Structured Rehabilitation Program in Post-Stroke Patients Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract
Background: Stroke-related disability remains a major public health challenge, and structured rehabilitation is increasingly recognized as essential for improving functional recovery and long-term independence. Objective: To evaluate functional outcomes and determinants of recovery following a structured multidisciplinary rehabilitation program among post-stroke patients in a tertiary care hospital. Methods: This prospective observational study included 144 post-stroke patients treated at the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Rajshahi Medical College Hospital, from January 2024 to June 2025. Functional outcomes were assessed using standardized mobility, balance, and activities-of-daily-living scales at baseline and post-intervention. Statistical analysis included paired comparisons, subgroup analysis, and multivariate testing, with significance set at p
Fields of Study & Subjects
Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
Medical Practices and Rehabilitation
Dysphagia Assessment and Management
Publication details
- Journal / source
- TAJ Journal of Teachers Association
- Volume
- 39
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 48–54
- Publication date
- 1 March 2026
- Language
- EN