Hi, my dad of 77 had a stroke, it took his left side and this happened 9 weeks ago. We lost my brother to cancer aged 43 5 days before the stroke and I think that’s what brought it on. Anyway. It’s been 9 weeks now, waiting for him to go into a rehab centre and had to fight for that as the physio we’re trying to say there was nothing else they could do for him. But at that point he hadn’t had much physio due to complications. They’ve now sorted his diabetes out and he’s getting stronger with his back and his speech etc. But his left side is still not working. He gets pain down it. Does this mean after 9 weeks he won’t get his mobility back or is it still possible especially when he goes to rehab? He’s only having maximum one hour per day physio Monday to Friday at present. Thanks
Hello Lynne
Welcome to the forum. When my late husband had a stroke( sadly other ailments followed) we were put in touch with the stroke society. They were very helpful, and encouraging, with practical advice as well as emotional. Worth a try to contact then.
Sad to here your dad had the so soon after losing your brother. A raw time indeed for you, and I understand its not easy, but you must consider yourself too.