Editorial

Daily life activities in stroke

10.5455/gulhane.25410

  • Ayşegül Koç

Received Date: 01.08.2011 Accepted Date: 09.12.2011 Gulhane Med J 2012;54(3):254-260

Investigating complications after stroke and the effects of early rehabilitation on daily life activities carries a critical value in assessing functional status of patients in both clinical practice and field. Increasing the performance level of daily life activities may increase interaction in community life and a significant contribution to the individual’s independence may be achieved. In this article daily life activities in patients with stroke and care after stroke are reviewed.

Keywords: Care, daily life activities, nursing, stroke