Social Determinants of Health and Their Impacts on Stroke Prevention and Outcomes.

This academic review examines how social determinants of health—such as income, housing, education, and access to care—influence both stroke prevention and patient outcomes following stroke. Understanding these upstream factors is increasingly relevant to rehabilitation professionals, including physical therapists, who manage stroke survivors across the recovery continuum. Addressing social barriers alongside clinical interventions may improve functional outcomes and reduce stroke-related disparities.

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