Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation is a valuable reference for clinicians and academics in rehabilitation and neurology, and professionals in all disciplines who serve the needs of stroke survivors. This comprehensive, multidisciplinary textbook is the first comprehensive guide for managing and rehabilitating stroke patients. Beginning with detailed information on risk factors, epidemiology, prevention, and neurophysiology, the book details the acute and long-term treatment of all stroke-related impairments and complications. Written by dozens of acknowledged leaders in the field, and containing hundreds of tables, graphs, and photographic images, Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation features: - The first full-length discussion of the most commonly-encountered component of neurorehabilitation - Multi-specialty coverage of issues in rehabilitation, neurology, PT, OT, speech therapy, and nursing - Focus on therapeutic management of stroke related impairments and complications