Thalamic Stroke: Everything to Know
Learn the signs, symptoms, risk factors and outlook for a thalamic stroke, the importance of quick treatment, and what treatment may be done. A...
Read moreLearn the signs, symptoms, risk factors and outlook for a thalamic stroke, the importance of quick treatment, and what treatment may be done. A...
Read moreLearn about stroke rehabilitation and the cognitive, physical and other therapies and medications used in this critical part of post stroke recovery....
Read moreAfter a stroke, you may be given medications that can help you recover and prevent a future stroke. Learn about types of stroke medication. A stroke...
Read moreTaking an aspirin after a stroke may minimize the chances of a second one. Learn more about the benefits and risks of aspirin for strokes Aspirin is...
Read moreLearn about stroke surgery and common procedures that can save your life during a stroke, reduce your stroke risk, or even prevent future strokes. A...
Read moreA stroke requires swift diagnosis and emergency treatment. Learn the steps that will be taken and the treatment and rehabilitation that follow.
Read moreGet info on the differences and similarities between a stroke and Parkinson's disease with these frequently asked questions. Parkinson's disease...
Read moreA cerebellar stroke causes balance and vision problems and may result in short-term swelling of the brain. A stroke involving the cerebellum is one...
Read moreA carotid Doppler test determines if the arteries in your neck are blocked by fatty plaque. This non-invasive test is a strong predictor of future...
Read moreLearn about the pros and cons of getting experimental medical treatment, and about how you can find out where to get medications under research. If...
Read moreLearn why hemorrhagic conversion (bleeding in the brain) precludes most strokes from being treated with tPA beyond a certain time window. Hemorrhagic...
Read morePhysical therapy in the hospital after a stroke can help you walk safely and recover functional mobility. Reviewed by a board-certified physician. A...
Read moreAbout 15% of strokes are hemorrhagic, caused by bleeding in the brain. Learn about the causes of intracerebral hemorrhage and the treatment. There...
Read moreStroke diagnosis may require CT scans, MRIs, and echocardiograms. However, these are just a few tests that doctors perform to diagnose strokes....
Read moreBotulinum toxin injection can help with muscle contractures, spasticity, and bladder problems such as incontinence and difficulty urinating....
Read moreIdentifying a stroke early is the key to the most effective treatment. Learn about emergency and systemic treatment and rehabilitation for strokes....
Read moreA spinal cord stroke, called a spinal cord infarct, is an uncommon problem with serious long-term consequences. Learn more about it. If you or a...
Read morePhysical therapy at home after stroke can help improve strength and mobility to return to your previous level of function. See what to expect. If you...
Read moreTelehealth services allow for the delivery of healthcare solutions through technology, improving care for people who have had a stroke. Telehealth is...
Read moreAlthough the research on acupuncture for stroke recovery is inconclusive, some evidence suggests that it may help improve spasticity and swallowing....
Read moreTissue plasminogen activator is an emergency treatment for stroke. Find out the facts about TPA, including the side effects. Tissue plasminogen...
Read moreStroke and Bell's palsy can both cause facial droop, but have separate causes. Learn more about the causes and symptoms of both. Bell's palsy is...
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