
Stroke Recovery
Improve Balance After Stroke: Part 2Last week we talked a bit about how balance can be seriously affected after a stroke, and we began to talk about things you can do to improve your balance and overall safety.

stroke risk factors
Knowledge is Power: Stroke Risk FactorsWe can’t predict the timeline for when a stroke may affect a particular person. But we can definitely spread awareness about risk factors.

Stroke Recovery
What are the Different Types of Stroke?A stroke is an interruption in blood supply to the brain that causes brain cell death. Some strokes result in permanent disability, whereas others are so mild that they go unnoticed.

Stroke Recovery
Managing Arm Swelling Following a StrokeStrokes that cause one-sided weakness often have another frustrating consequence: swelling in the affected arm and hand.

Stroke Recovery
Improve Balance After Stroke: Part 1In today’s culture, it seems that we are always in search of the elusive life balance. But when a person survives a stroke, the word balance goes much further than simply finding an equilibrium between work and life.

NIHSS
What is the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)?The National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) is a clinical assessment of stroke severity. Results from this measure can help predict a patient's recovery and determine their medical course following acute stroke.

Stroke Recovery
Why Are Repetitive Motions Important After a Stroke?Stroke survivors face a unique and difficult challenge: repairing and remodeling their bodies, minds, and lives. The process can often seem like mapping out a brand new course through totally uncharted waters.

Post-Stroke
What is Post-Stroke Ataxia?Ataxia refers to the loss of control of voluntary movements of the body, including the limbs, face, or eyes. Ataxia can be an independent occurrence or a consequence of a stroke. Read on to learn more about this neurological symptom and how it is treated.

Post-Stroke
What is Apraxia After Stroke?Throughout the course of a day, the human body is constantly coordinating movement. When brain areas controlling movement are damaged, a breakdown in motor planning can occur. This breakdown can also be referred to as Apraxia.

Home Rehab
Outpatient Rehab: Outpatient or At-Home TherapyAbout 2/3 of stroke survivors receive rehabilitation services. Depending on the level of medical care required, a patient can receive inpatient, outpatient, or home therapy.

Neuroplasticity
Tips for Unlocking Neuroplasticity After Stroke Part 1It is impossible to fully reverse stroke damage, current research has shown that the brain is capable of relearning lost skills even years after a stroke through a process called Neuroplasticity.

brain aneurysm
What is a Brain Aneurysm?A brain aneurysm is when one has a bulge in a blood vessel located in the brain. A brain aneurysm can burst or leak and when that happens it can cause a hemorrhagic stroke.

stroke recovery and rehabilitation
Creating a Post Stroke Recovery Routine at HomeHaving a daily routine helps us create habits to meet our goals. After a stroke, organizing your day in a way that works for you will help you stay focused on your stroke rehab and recovery.

Stroke
Post-Stroke ChallengesAfter experiencing a stroke, many people are unsure of how their day-to-day life will look. On top of financial burdens, doctor visits, and therapy sessions, patients often face emotional, physical, and cognitive changes.

Stroke
What causes a stroke?Stroke is a disease caused by the abrupt stoppage of blood flow to the brain. When the blood vessel providing oxygen and nutrients is disrupted, your brain is cut-off from the supply of those critical