Efficacy and safety of very early mobilisation within 24 h of stroke onset (AVERT): a randomised controlled trial

Background: Early mobilisation after stroke is thought to contribute to the effects of stroke-unit care; however, the intervention is poorly defined and not underpinned by strong evidence. We aimed to compare the effectiveness of frequent, higher dose, very early mobilisation with usual care after stroke. Methods: We did this parallel-group, single-blind, randomised controlled trial at 56 acute stroke units in five countries. Patients...