Abstract
There
is an urgent need to improve life after stroke across the
world—especially in low-income countries—through methods that are
effective, equitable and sustainable. This paper highlights physical
activity (PA) as a prime candidate for implementation. PA reduces
modifiable risk factors for first and recurrent stroke and improves
function and activity during rehabilitation and following discharge.
Preliminary evidence also indicates PA is cost-effective. This
compelling evidence urgently needs to be translated into seamless
pathways to enable stroke survivors across the world to engage in a more
active lifestyle. Although more quality research is needed—particularly
on how to optimize uptake and maintenance of PA—this should not delay
implementation of high-quality evidence already available. This paper
shares examples of best practice service models from low-, middle-, and
high-income countries around the world. The authors call for a concerted
effort to implement high-quality PA services to improve life after
stroke for all.
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