Disparities in post-stroke rehabilitation: an African perspective

Stroke is a leading cause of disability and death globally, with a disproportionate burden on Africa. Despite the increasing prevalence, access to post-stroke rehabilitation remains limited. This review explores disparities in post-stroke rehabilitation access and outcomes in Africa. The continent faces a dual challenge of low stroke awareness and limited healthcare infrastructure, particularly in rural areas. Consequently, stroke survivors often experience delayed or inadequate rehabilitation, leading to poorer functional outcomes and reduced quality of life. This review highlights the critical need for increased investment in rehabilitation services, the training of healthcare professionals, and the development of sustainable models of care. By addressing these challenges, it is possible to improve the lives of stroke survivors and reduce the overall burden of stroke in Africa.

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Discover Public Health
Published
2025-05-04
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12982-025-00622-6
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6
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Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
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Abstract

Stroke is a leading cause of disability and death globally, with a disproportionate burden on Africa. Despite the increasing prevalence, access to post-stroke rehabilitation remains limited. This review explores disparities in post-stroke rehabilitation access and outcomes in Africa. The continent faces a dual challenge of low stroke awareness and limited healthcare infrastructure, particularly in rural areas. Consequently, stroke survivors often experience delayed or inadequate rehabilitation, leading to poorer functional outcomes and reduced quality of life. This review highlights the critical need for increased investment in rehabilitation services, the training of healthcare professionals, and the development of sustainable models of care. By addressing these challenges, it is possible to improve the lives of stroke survivors and reduce the overall burden of stroke in Africa.

Discover Public HealthVol. 22(1)
University of Ilorin (NG), Siberian State Medical University (RU), Stellenbosch University (ZA), University College Hospital, Ibadan (NG), Babcock University (NG), Lagos State Health Service Commission (NG), Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (NG), Liberty University (US)
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