A great deal can be achieved through rehabilitation. Rehabilitation will help you regain as much independence as possible. The risk of stroke rises from middle age onwards, but the underlying causes are often inflicted much earlier in life. Be sure to have frequent health checks because very often you don't know if you are at risk until a stroke actually happens. If you smoke, give it up.
Smoking is one of the greatest causes of stroke.
If you are overweight, try and shed those extra kilos. Exercise can also reduce your risk of stroke. It will help you lose weight, lower blood fat levels, and lower your blood pressure. It is important to discuss your concerns with your doctor and to carry out your lifestyle modifications under your doctor's supervision. Strokes can happen 'out of the blue' - even to people who don't appear to be high risk.