STROKE remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. However, the far-reaching impact of stroke is not limited to those who succumb to it, but also extends to the survivors who often require ...

A new guideline published in the American Heart Association’s journal Stroke focuses on preventing stroke in the more stroke-prone sex: Women. Though the risk factors for stroke are in large part ...

Clear guidelines about effective rehabilitation techniques for leg and arm weakness after stroke have been introduced, providing greater direction for health professional and improved patient outcomes ...

Content: Each year more than half a million North Americans experience strokes. Many thousand need rehabilitation. During such a crisis, friends and families must navigate through a maze of confusion ...

A stroke occurs when the flow of blood to the brain is blocked. It is a medical emergency because blood carries oxygen, and brain cells can die within minutes without it. Not every stroke can be ...

After you have a stroke, your brain may need to relearn some old skills. Which ones will depend on your condition. Still, your gray matter has an amazing ability to repair and rewire itself. A stroke ...

Understanding stroke warning signs and post-stroke rehabilitation is crucial for recovery. Recognize symptoms like face drooping, arm weakness, and speech difficulties. Tailored rehabilitation plans ...

Estimating the risk for unprovoked seizures in the year following an ischemic stroke with the SeLECT 2.0 prognostic model may be helpful in guiding decisions about driving, new research suggested.

A new online information guide about strokes aims to help stroke victims and their caregivers have a smooth transition from hospital to rehabilitation in the community. The Canadian Stroke Network and ...

In patients with acute ischemic stroke, use of a balloon guide catheter in conjunction with a stent-retriever device shortens procedure time, facilitates recanalization, and improves clinical outcomes ...