To that end, the immediate concern is to restore the blood supply to the brain. Once the patient is out of immediate danger, therapy ensues. This normally begins in the hospital, but will continue in the home. Physical therapy is needed even though the patient's muscles are unaffected, because of problems with balance and coordination. The length of recovery depends on the patient.
Some patients completely recover with a few weeks without rehabilitation.
For others, months or even years of therapy may be needed before the patient returns back to normal.