Discover more about stroke recovery in these subcategories:
Hemiplegia is a neurological condition that involves paralysis of one side of the body. Hemiplegia is a secondary effect of conditions caused by damage to
Anger after stroke can occur for many reasons. Some stem from the biological impact of the stroke while others stem from unwanted lifestyle changes, such
During recovery after stroke, it’s important to participate in rehabilitation on a regular basis. It’s also a good idea to combine multiple therapies to maximize
Hemiparesis involves weakness on one side of the body. It is a secondary effect of injury to the central nervous system. Because of this, treatment
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is often associated with military combat. However, PTSD can also occur after a stroke in some survivors — because they
A stroke can affect a wide variety of functions including movement, sensation, and cognition. Fortunately, the brain is capable of recovering these functions, and video
If you have spasticity in your hand and your fingers are stiff and hard to move, or even painfully tight, then you’re in the right
An internal capsule stroke affects the tiny blood vessels deep within the brain. Because many crucial fibers pass through the internal capsule, even a small
When muscles become stiff and rigid after a neurological injury like a stroke, it indicates a condition called spasticity. Treatment often involves exercise to help
To treat spasticity after a neurological injury, individuals may utilize an intrathecal baclofen pump. While this method of treatment can provide long-term spasticity relief, it’s
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