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Message: [QUOTE="buddy, post: 3071148, member: 3489"] There are two types of strokes, one caused by lack of blood flow by clot and there are hemorrhagic strokes caused by brain bleed. Those are usually much more damaging. There is a "golden" period where if one can get to a hospital within a couple hours the stroke can sometimes be treated with drugs to bust the clot. It is possible for partial recovery once the swelling in the brain around the area effected reduces, as the brain reorganizes. Some of the damaged neurons may also recover over time, which can be months to years. Sometimes symptoms slowly resolve. Other times the defect is permanent. With physical therapy, there can be retraining and alternate muscles can sometimes take over jobs effected muscles used to be able to do. I would consult with rehab specialist asap. [/QUOTE]