Fox Valley's Only Comprehensive Stroke Care
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Rush-Copley excels in the treatment and diagnosis of stroke.
From stroke prevention education to rehabilitation services, Rush-Copley
provides the area's only complete stroke and stroke recovery care.
The hospital’s expert stroke care team includes a neurosurgeon, neurologists, intensive
care physicians, and physical, occupational, speech and rehabilitation
therapists—all highly trained in every aspect of stroke care.
Top-Notch Stroke Care
How do we compare to other stoke care service providers? Our stroke care program follows national standards and guidelines that can significantly improve outcomes for stroke patients. Rush-Copley Medical Center's Stroke Program is at or above the national average for all eight stroke care quality indicators putting us in the top 10% of stoke care providers nationwide.
The Importance of Prevention
Stroke is serious.
Nearly 700,000 people a year suffer a stroke, the nation’s third leading cause of death.
It’s also the leading cause of serious, long-term disability in the
United States, with nearly 5 million stroke survivors alive today. So
it’s important to not only know the signs of a stroke, but to also get
the best care available as soon as possible.
Stroke Signs and Symptoms
Acting F.A.S.T. Saves Lives.
Time lost is brain lost. Understand the signs and symptoms of stroke then act fast to reduce the risk of permanent damage from stroke.
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FACE—Does one side of the face droop? Ask the person to smile.
- ARMS—Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
- SPEECH—Is speech slurred? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Is the sentence repeated correctly?
- TIME—If the person shows any of these symptoms, CALL 911, or go to the hospital immediately.
Email us at contactus@rushcopley.com to request your free F.A.S.T. bookmark.
Emergency Treatment for Stroke
When seconds count, you can count on Rush-Copley Emergency Services.
A stroke is a serious medical emergency that requires immediate attention at a hospital to reduce the likelihood of permanent damage or patient death.
Rush-Copley Emergency Services is a designated Level II Trauma Center offering responsive, quality care for patients experiencing stroke.
Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation
Improving quality of life after a stoke with help from Rush-Copley's Physical Rehabilitation Center.
After a stoke, experts at Rush-Copley's Physical Rehabilitation Center help patients recover as much function as possible, prevent future stokes and improve quality of life through physical therapy and rehabilitation services.
Our comprehensive services include both inpatient rehabilitation to convenient outpatient
services. Through this continuum of care we focus on restoring skills and helping
patients return to their normal routines.
Stroke Care Certification and Accreditation
Rush-Copley Medical Center’s Stroke Program is the first in Kane County and the Fox Valley region to be certified
by The Joint Commission for Primary Stroke Centers and earn its Gold Seal of ApprovalTM. By meeting the
strictest standards, Rush-Copley provides the highest level of care for
stroke patients.
Rehabilitation and PRC Therapy have also achieved the Commission for
Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) Stroke Specialty
Accreditation. CARF accreditation proves our commitment to continually enhancing the quality of our programs and services. It's one more way Rush-Copley meets nationally recognized standards of quality.
