Synonym Discussion of ruse. trick, ruse, stratagem, maneuver, artifice, wile, feint mean an indirect means to gain an end. trick may imply deception, roguishness, illusion, and either an evil or harmless end the tricks of the trade. ruse stresses an attempt to mislead by a false impression the ruses of smugglers. stratagem implies a ruse used to entrap, outwit, circumvent, or surprise an opponent or enemy the stratagem-filled game.
The damage of a stroke is fast and aggressive. 1  Recovery, on the other hand, is slow, subtle and stepwise. Recovery and healing may occur spontaneously. 2  Brain edema begins to improve 24-48 hours after a stroke and continues to improve for weeks.
Recovery time depends on many different things, including your overall physical condition. Typically, recovery takes at least 8 weeks and up to 12 weeks. Some patients recover faster, other patients take longer. During this time, you'll gradually regain your energy and will be able to return to your normal routine.