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Recovery Is Not Linear: The Overlooked Realities Of Stroke And Brain Injury

April 16, 2026

A stroke or traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change life in an instant. Abilities we rarely notice such as walking, speaking, even recognising familiar faces can suddenly feel unfamiliar. In India alone, the burden is staggering. Studies suggest that nearly 15-30% of stroke survivors are left living with severe, long-term disabilities, making the recovery journey not just medically complex, but deeply personal. Globally, the World Health Organization (WHO)...

A Narrative Review on Neurorehabilitation in India: Current Scenario, Unmet Needs, and the Road to the Future

April 16, 2026

Neurorehabilitation is crucial for improving function and participation after neurological disorders. In India, rising survival has increased rehabilitation needs, but services remain fragmented and unevenly distributed. The objective of this study was to summarize the current status of neurorehabilitation in India, including service delivery, access, workforce, technology use, and system-level challenges. Hence, a narrative review of the literature (2010-2025) from major databases and policy sources was synthesized thematically...

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