Abstract:

Purpose: With this study, we aimed at evaluating the effects of the intensive and diverse rehabilitation program applied in the first 3 weeks after infection on patients and determining the most effective time for starting treatment. Remedies and Methods: 42 patients who were treated in our clinic were included in the study. The demographic characteristics of the patients were recorded, the severity level of the stroke assessed by the National Stroke Institute’s Violence Scale (NIHSS), the functional stages assessed by the Brunstrom and Chedocke McMaster Scale (CMMÖ) and the functional independence measurement score. In total, 20 patients were subjected to a comprehensive and intensive rehabilitation program. Patients were divided into 3 groups in the first 9 days (Group 1), 10-14 days (Group 2) and 15-21 days (Group 3). The evaluation parameters evaluated before, 4th week and 3rd month of treatment were compared in groups and between groups. Results: According to the start time of treatment; CMMO hands, arms, legs and postural control scores, Brunstroom top, lower ends and hands and NIHSS scores have been found higher than the other 2 groups in the first 9 days of treatment. The result: Early intense and multi-facet rehabilitation program is effective for motor and functional healing in patients with ischemic infection. In addition, starting the treatment within the first 9 days ensures maximum recovery.

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