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@#ObjectiveTo investigate the effect of the recreational therapy on the ability of social communication in stroke patients. Methods58 cases of stroke patients were divided into recreational group (28 cases) and control group (30 cases). All of them received routine rehabilitation therapy, while the recreational group received the recreational therapy in addition. All patients were evaluated with Functional Independence Measure (FIM) before and after treatment. ResultsThe scores of FIM significantly improved after treatment (P<0.05) in both groups, and the scores in social communication improved more (P<0.01) in recreational group than in control group. ConclusionRecreational therapy may improve the ability of social communication more effectively for stroke patients.
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@# Stroke patients usually are complicated with degeneration of body function as well as emotional and cognitive problems; consequently it will affect capacities of daily lives and recreation in most cases. Recreational therapy (RT) being favorable as far as stroke rehabilitation is concerned. The authors reviewed current developments of applications of RT to carry on a brief talk about present and future utilization of RT in stroke rehabilitation and it holds the point that when practicing RT we should introduce relevant evaluation Methods and techniques adopted in physical therapy (PT) and occupational therapy (OT) area into comprehensive rehabilitation program for some better Results . Evidence based principal should also play a positive role to make a systematic and specific intervention plan in further procedure of RT treating stroke patients.