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10 Exercises to Improve Balance After Brain Injury

Maintaining good balance after a brain injury is crucial. Here are 10 exercises to start today to ensure safe and effective mobility.

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

Post-Stroke Challenges

After 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

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How can I Prevent Hand Contracture After a Stroke?

Contracture is another name for extreme stiffness in the muscles, joints, or connective tissue. It is an advanced form of spasticity. Many stroke survivors suffer from a large amount of spasticity in their affected hand, which can lead to a clenched fist.

Misunderstood Myths

The 4 Most Misunderstood Myths About Stroke and Stroke Recovery

If you or a loved one has had a stroke, you likely know that there can be some misinformation or misunderstandings about the facts surrounding stroke and stroke recovery. The 4 Most Misunderstood Myths About Stroke and Stroke Recovery The window of recovery for motor function is limited to 6

Mini Stroke

Ministroke and Stroke: What Should We Do for TIA Recovery?

What is a ministroke or TIA? The term “ministroke” is refers to a temporary blood flow irruption to part of the brain. Another name for this occurrence is a transient ischemic attack, or TIA. A ministroke or TIA should be considered a warning sign for a major stroke. Around 1

Stroke Rehab

Stroke Rehabilitation

In the previous post, we briefly looked at different areas of the brain and its functions related to stroke. . After a stroke, depending on the area of the brain affected, there are different approaches you can consider in terms of stroke rehabilitation. Recovery of motion after stroke is possible through

Risk Factors

What Causes a Stroke: 7 Major Stroke Risk Factors

Most people have heard of or been affected by stroke, however, not everyone knows about the underlying causes and risk factors. Today, Let’s take a look at 7 conditions and lifestyle choices that might contribute to a higher risk of stroke. 7 Major Stroke Risk Factors 1. Heredity and

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Understanding Your Brain and Stroke

The Brain, the Most Important Human Organ An adult’s brain weighs only about 3 lbs, but it is known to be one of the most important organs in our bodies. Because the brain is very soft and delicate, it is susceptible to damage under external force and can also