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There is a period of spontaneous recovery- and you should capitalize on it!

ONE MONTH BEFORE STROKE YOUR BODY

Kris Appel's company, Encore Path, Inc., produces a new device that stimulates and encourages rewiring of the brain, helping stroke victims recover from paralysis.

Using a compound to block the immune response significantly reduces further brain injury after stroke, a new report claims.

THIS BLOG IS ALSO AVAILABLE AS AN AUDIO CAST About one third of stroke survivors experience vision loss. It can be a devastating side effect as most patients will not fully recover their vision and there are currently no reliable treatments available. But thanks to a collaborative effort by two teams of researchers from Purdue…

Mindfulness may improve outcomes in speech therapy patients. Read this article for 5 mindfulness brain injury exercises (with free PDFs!)

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Ankle and foot pointing is a common problem after a stroke or brain injury and can interfere with normal movement, balance, and walking. It is critical to re...

Fatigue after stroke affects many survivors and is different from normal tiredness. While some people with fatigue feel better after a nap, stroke survivors might not feel energized even after a full night’s rest or daily naps. Post-stroke fatigue can affect anyone. Whether survivors are young or old, active or sedentary, male or female, this […]

A first-of-its kind robotic exoskeleton may provide the first glimpse into the future of rehabilitation for people suffering from spinal and neurological injuries. The exoskeleton, dubbed HARMONY, is the result of years of research and development by the ReNeu Robotics Lab at the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. Ashish…

Through the use of hyperbaric, oxygen-rich chambers, medical researchers have found a way to restore a significant amount of neurological function in brain tissue thought to be chronically damaged by stroke, traumatic injury, and metabolic disorder -- even years after the original injury.

Dizziness after stroke can occur for a wide variety of reasons, such as low blood sugar or a balance disorder. Balance disorders are more likely to occur when a stroke affects certain structures in the brain that contribute to balance, such as the cerebellum. Due to the complex nature of dizziness after stroke, it’s important to […]

Numbness after stroke is a common secondary effect that involves the loss of sensation in affected areas. This effect can be complex and is often accompanied by other sensory issues. These can include pain, tingling sensations, and even hypersensitivity. For some survivors, post-stroke numbness goes away on its own through the phenomenon of spontaneous recovery, which we […]

Every stroke is different, and every survivor experiences the aftermath differently too. Be prepared by knowing these common stroke side effects.

If you can't swallow after stroke, you may have a condition called dysphgia. Fortunately, a speech therapist can help.

A Stroke Recovery Story About How Bill Got His Brain’s Mojo Back. Stroke, Brain Bleed, Cerebrovascular Accident or CVA – how can you come back from the MASSIVE impact this has on your physical, mental and emotional abilities? In this episode, Bill Gasiamis shares his stroke recovery experience and reveals his key healthy habits, coping mechanisms and insightful lessons which are pillars of his recovery and now bedrock of his life. Listen today to the Memory Health Made Easy podcast with your host, David Norris.

Over half of stroke survivors sustain vision problems. Come learn the steps you can take to regain your sight after stroke.