The results of research studies into the outcome of therapy in stroke rehabilitation were reviewed in the first article. It was found that research has not consistently supported current approaches to treatment. In this second article, the implications of the research for the practice of occupational therapy are outlined. In addition, the different perspectives of physiotherapy and occupational therapy in their approaches to the treatment of stroke patients are discussed.
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