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One year after randomisation no significant differences in clinical outcomes were found apart from increased satisfaction with hospital care in the community therapy group.Length of stay after randomisation in the community therapy group was significantly reduced(12 v 18 days;P<0.0001). Patients with impairments were more likely to receive treatment in the community therapy group.Early discharge with specialist community rehabilitation after stroke is feasible,as clinically effective as conventional care,and acceptable to patients.Considerable reductions in use of hospital beds are achievable. |
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