Everything about stroke rehab, treatment, and recovery!
Stroke, otherwise known as cerebral vascular accident (CVA), is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. after only heart disease and cancer. CVA symptoms can include numbness, weakness often on one side, confusion, vision problems, slurred speech, trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance, loss of coordination, and severe headache. Stroke survivors are often left with long term disability and many questions: - What are the treatments available?
- How do I find a neurologist?
- Which rehabilitation facility is best?
- What rehab exercises should I do?
- What are the long term effects?
- How do I deal with aphasia or speech difficulty?
- How do I deal with dysphagia or swallowing problems?
- How do I deal with drop foot and and shoulder subluxation?
- How do I regain balance and bladder control?
- Should I apply for disability?
- And the list goes on....
This website is written by a rehabilitation professional and is designed to help stroke survivors and their caregivers. All the information you need about recovery can be found here including types of CVA, long term effects, treatment, rehabilitation exercises, resources, and help for caregivers. There is an abundance of information. You will not be able to absorb it all in one sitting. Bookmark this page and refer to it as needed. If you are looking for specific stroke information, you can enter your search term in the box at the top right of this page which will direct you to the appropriate page on this website. The tabs on the left of this page will take you to various web pages on this site containing information about CVA symptoms, effects, and treatment as well as exercises, resources, and types of adaptive and home exercise equipment.
If you are a patient, I encourage you to start with reading the effects of stroke then move to the treatment and rehab exercise pages. You will also want to refer to the resource page as there are many website links and references there to help you. If you have a specific question that you cannot find the answer to, please feel free to ask me by clicking the Ask the Therapist tab.
If you are a caregiver, familiarize yourself with the effects of CVA and then go to the caregiver and resources sections. Loved ones caring for survivors will have their own set of emotions and reponsibilities to tackle. You must take care of yourself first in order to help take care of a family member!
Rehabilitation is not easy for patients or caregivers. It is a long, arduous process. Make your recovery successful by seeking proper medical treatment, finding a good rehab professional, having a positive outlook, and following through with an effective home exercise program. There is help for you!
Stroke Blog
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Stroke Questions
Get your stroke questions answered. Do you have a question about stroke rehabilitation? Get your answers from a rehab professional now.
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Types of Stroke and Risk Factors
What are the various types of stroke? Information about hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke as well as transient ischemic attack or mini stroke.
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Stroke Symptoms
Signs of a stroke or stroke symptoms may include numbness, weakness, confusion, vision and speech problems, dizziness, loss of balance/coordination, and severe headache.
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Effects of Stroke
The long term effects of stroke can be devastating but most can be improved with rehabilitation.
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Stroke Treatment
Stroke treatment options may include medication, surgery and rehabilitation. If you experience stroke symptoms, seek treatment immediately!
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Rehab Facilities
Finding the right rehab facilities and therapists is imperative to stroke recovery. Rehabilitation will help stroke victims to become as independent as possible.
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neuroplasticity
Can your brain rewire itself after a stroke? Find out more information about neuroplasticity and stroke recovery.
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Stroke Rehab Exercises
Information about the best stroke rehab exercises for stroke survivors including proper technique, pictures of exercises, and determining the best exercises for you.
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Arm Passive Range of Motion
See examples of arm passive range of motion exercises to help prevent joint contractures and maintain flexibility after stroke.
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Arm Exercises
Arm exercises for strengthening the arms after stroke using dumbbells and bands.
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Hand Exercises for Stroke Patients
Hand exercises for the stroke patient that will improve fine motor skills.
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Balance Exercises
Pictures of balance exercises in sitting and standing to help stroke patients.
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Sensory Re-education and Stroke
Examples of sensory re-education exercises for the stroke patient to help improve sensation.
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Home Exercise Equipment
Continue your stroke rehab at home with your own home exercise equipment. Examples of inexpensive exercise equipment for home use.
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Adaptive Equipment
Adaptive equipment can help the stroke patient become more independent. Discover which medical equipment is most beneficial.
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Adaptive Clothing
Adaptive clothing is available for stroke patients who have difficulty dressing themselves due to weakness and incoordination. Assisting with dressing becomes easier for the caregiver as well.
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Caregivers of stroke survivors - do you feel alone and overwhelmed?
Family members who are caregivers for stroke victims need support and information during the difficult process of stroke recovery. Find the caregiver info you need during this time of crisis here!
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Stroke Resources for Patients and Caregivers
A variety of stroke resources for patients and caregivers including websites, support groups, equipment info and more!
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Stroke Support Groups
List of stroke support groups and online forums about stroke.
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Stroke News
Get the latest stroke news from stroke-rehab.com.
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