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Stroke rehabilitation in Canada: a work in progress.

Robert Teasell1, Matthew J Meyer, Norine Foley

  • 1Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, St. Joseph's Health Care, Schulich School of Medicine, University of Western Ontario, Aging, Rehabilitation and Geriatric Care Program, Lawson Health Reserach Institute, London, Ontario, Canada.

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|May 16, 2009
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Canadian stroke rehabilitation lags behind evidence-based practices despite a coordinated strategy. Investment and incentives are needed to improve care and outcomes for stroke survivors, making it a work in progress.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Stroke rehabilitation in Canada has seen minimal changes in practice over four decades.
  • The Ontario Stroke System has established infrastructure for evidence-based care, including guidelines and data collection.
  • Despite this infrastructure, implementation of best practices in stroke rehabilitation remains a significant challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the current state of stroke rehabilitation in Canada, focusing on Ontario.
  • To identify barriers to implementing evidence-based practices in stroke rehabilitation.
  • To highlight the need for investment and incentives to improve stroke rehabilitation outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing stroke care models and practices in Canada.

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  • Analysis of the Ontario Stroke System's infrastructure and its impact on rehabilitation.
  • Assessment of critical outcomes and access to stroke rehabilitation services.

    • Main Results:

    • Stroke rehabilitation systems and patient outcomes have remained largely unchanged.
    • Improvements in admission times are offset by higher admission FIM scores, limiting access for severe stroke patients.
    • Many patients receive care on general units with low therapy intensity, and outpatient services are declining.

    Conclusions:

    • Canada's stroke rehabilitation system requires significant investment and incentives to align with evidence-based practices.
    • Existing infrastructure provides a foundation, but systemic change is necessary for optimal patient care.
    • Stroke rehabilitation in Canada is an ongoing process needing focused attention and resources.