Neurological conditions are highly prevalent affecting at least one in three people in their lifetime. They are the leading cause of disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) and the second leading cause of death globally, with enormous public health impact.

For conditions in which curative interventions are not available or they have only partial effects, multidisciplinary rehabilitative care becomes imperative. This must include interventions to prevent, address and reduce associated limitations, and improve the health-related quality of life and overall well-being of those living with long-term neurological conditions. The overall goal of neurorehabilitation is to improve individual functioning, participation in societal life, and health-related quality of life while maximizing the ability to live a meaningful and productive life. In essence, the purpose of rehabilitation is to add years to life, add life to years, and add meaning to life. 

Therefore, to realize this purpose, this Lancet Commission aims to develop pragmatic solutions to improve neurorehabilitation services across the globe. This Commission seeks to design solutions to overcome barriers in existing services and foster available, accessible, affordable, and effective neurorehabilitation solutions along the continuum of care in diverse settings across the globe.