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How soon after a stroke should you start physical therapy?

My friend had a stroke yesterday. How soon after a stroke should you start physical therapy?

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Physical therapy should start as soon as the stroke is completed. Stroke completion is determined by no additional neurological signs for 48 hours.
Early intervention which acupuncture may speedy and favorable recovery.
As soon as his doctor says to.