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New U.S. stroke rehab guideline calls for earlier care
Key Takeaways
- The American Stroke Association says rehabilitation should begin during the hospital stay once a patient is medically stable.
- The 2026 guideline replaces the 2016 version and expands emphasis on cognitive, communication and emotional recovery.
- Stroke is now the fourth-leading cause of death in the U.S., with nearly 800,000 cases each year according to the source.
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DT Editorial Team··via medicalxpress.com