What are the recommended physical activity levels for patients with stroke or TIA?
For patients with stroke or TIA who are capable of physical activity, engaging in at least moderate- intensity aerobic activity for a minimum of 10 minutes 4 times a week or vigorous-intensity aerobic activity for a minimum of 20 minutes twice a week is indicated to lower the risk of recurrent stroke and the composite cardiovascular end point of recurrent stroke, MI, or vascular death. When able, stroke survivors should aim to achieve population-based recommendations (40-minute sessions, 3 to 4 times per week of moderate- to vigorous-intensity aerobic activity). Exercise interventions are often delivered in multimodal, lifestyle-based programs.