
What Should I Know About Stroke Recovery?
A person who is otherwise healthy and had a small stroke may have a faster recovery, with greater improvement than a person who had a large stroke, underlying health problems, or a history of strokes.

A person who is otherwise healthy and had a small stroke may have a faster recovery, with greater improvement than a person who had a large stroke, underlying health problems, or a history of strokes.

Strokes are diagnosed based on symptoms, along with the physical examination. The signs and symptoms of a stroke generally correspond to the affected area of the brain. It is usually necessary to obtain diagnostic testing.