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Physical activity and post-stroke depression

Stroke is the third most frequent cause of death in developed countries worldwide and the most frequent cause of permanent disability. Post-stroke depression (PSD) is one of the most frequent complications of stroke. Most of the symptoms of PSD occur in in first two months, while minority of patients experiences their first symptoms 12 months after their stroke. Major depression and minor depression are the most frequently recognized expressions of PSD. In treatment of poststroke depression, multidisciplinary approach is of great importance leading to early diagnosis and treatment of stroke according to national recommendations, as well as early neurorehabilitation. In order to evaluate PSD, as well as functional deficit and level of physical activity, we should use international, standardized questionnaires. The promotion of physical activity as a part of healthy life style has become one of very important issue in health policy in many countries. A physically active lifestyle as we previously reported is important in primary stroke prevention, but also in stroke survivors in order to improve level of everyday activities and in secondary prevention of stroke.

stroke ; poststroke depression ; physical activity

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