After you have a stroke -- when blood flow is cut off to an area of your brain -- your chances of having another one go up. You can make changes in your lifestyle to lower your risk, like eating well and quitting smoking. And if you have certain medical conditions that make you mo...
After having a stroke at 25, Eilish Briscoe created a typeface to show the process of learning to write again As a way of grappling with the life-changing experience and raising awareness of strokes in young people, the London-based creative has created a series of typographic projects, all ...
In some areas of England people receive little or no access to stroke specialist community-based rehabilitation (Care Quality Commission, 2011). Acute stroke care improved between 1995 and 2009, but significant inequalities in its provision remain and the length of stay decreased (Aldo et al, ...
Adults who weren't working before having a stroke were more likely to have unhealthy brain changes defined as reduced cortical thickness and white matter volume on imaging studies. Those who were unemployed prior to stroke were more likely to have type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. During...
Justin Cadelago suffered a stroke at 35 years old and ran three marathons afterwards. Here, he details the first steps he took to do so and transform his life.
She added, “I want to help raise awareness about young people having strokes and also I want to help young people to find a way to be able to be independent. As for me, this has always been my main goal: to be independent.” 1. What is the after-effect of Chiara’s stroke? A...
For example, if a patient has movement problems after a stroke, she may undergo physical therapy. Occupational therapy helps patients relearn how to do everyday tasks, such a dressing, using the bathroom and eating. Since some patients can experience emotional problems after having a stroke, ...
Having a stroke can take a toll on your emotions, too. You might feel overwhelmed, stressed, angry, or sad. That’s normal, but it can be draining. It’s important to line up help. Ask family members, friends, or other people in your community to lend a hand around the house. If...
Stroke incidence in those of working age has been reported to be increasing significantly, implying strong incentives for research concerning working ability after stroke. This study focused on differences in subjective aspects of work and dimensions of quality of life after having experienced stroke. ...
Central Post Stroke Pain:Sometimes after having a stroke, people can suffer from Central Post Stroke Pain which is when your brain misinterprets stimulation as pain. This is caused by a neurological condition. Treatment ideas:Unfortunately, Central Post Stroke Pain is very hard to treat. Talk to...