25% of stroke patients will have complications from the stroke. Recognizing these complications early can help avoid problems later on.
If you are unable to move around in bed, the team will be working to prevent clots (deep vein thrombosis) from forming in your legs. They will also try to prevent pressure sores on your skin.
Weakness and balance problems may put you at risk of falling. The team will assess your risk.
As soon as you are able, the team will work with you to get you sitting, standing and walking safely.
You should have a swallowing test before you are given any liquids, food or medication. Problems swallowing, if not identified, can lead to complications such as:
Pneumonia
not getting enough to eat (malnutrition)
not drinking enough (dehydration)
The team of neurosurgeons in Guntur and will identify any problems with bowel and bladder control early so that training programs can start as soon as possible.