http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-blog.html This Stroke Blog keeps you up-to-date on stroke information from the stroke-rehab.com website as well as answers to questions from stroke patients. Subscribe here. en-us stroke Fri, 18 May 2012 02:50:35 GMT Fri, 18 May 2012 02:50:35 GMT stroke-rehab.com http://www.stroke-rehab.com/olgas-story.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/olgas-story.html I wanted to share my story, and hopefully get a feedback from Karen, so that other people avoid a stroke. In our everyday lives, we are not trained to Fri, 18 May 2012 02:50:32 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/a-whole-new-way-of-looking-at-speaking-recovery-for-those-with-aphasia.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/a-whole-new-way-of-looking-at-speaking-recovery-for-those-with-aphasia.html A stroke or brain injury can turn a family’s world upside down in seconds. You find yourself in the battle of your life, being guided by whomever you Fri, 18 May 2012 02:49:22 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-blog.html#National-Stroke-Awareness-Month http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-blog.html#National-Stroke-Awareness-Month Take the National Stroke Association's Five Faces Pledge for Stroke Awareness Month and let others know the warning signs of stroke including: F: Face - Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop? A: Arms - Ask the person to lift their arms. Does one arm drift downward? S: Speech - Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is their speech slurred or strange? T: Time - If you observe any of these signs, call 9-1-1 immediately! Wed, 16 May 2012 02:23:01 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-clinical-trials.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-clinical-trials.html Interested in participating in stroke clinical trials? Find studies in your area. Thu, 03 May 2012 09:23:47 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-questions.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-questions.html Get your stroke questions answered. Do you have a question about stroke rehabilitation? Get your answers from a rehab professional now. Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:47:52 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/long-term-care-for-stroke-survivor.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/long-term-care-for-stroke-survivor.html Question: My brother is 53 years old and had a bi-lateral stroke. He is in a wheel chair and has only limited use of his right arm and requires complete Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:10:19 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/deterioration.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/deterioration.html Question: My 89 year old mother had a stroke three weeks ago. While in the hospital she recognized and greeted her children and their spouses by name, Mon, 23 Apr 2012 01:42:31 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/cervical-spine-stroke.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/cervical-spine-stroke.html Question: Six months ago I had all signs of a stroke. I still have left side weakness, dysarthia and go to therapy for speech and memory. An MRI of my Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:56:51 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/aphasia.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/aphasia.html Learn about how aphasia can occur after stroke and impairs one's ability to express or understand language. Aphasia can effect reading and writing as well. Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:46:46 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/shoulder-subluxation-after-stroke.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/shoulder-subluxation-after-stroke.html Learn how to deal with shoulder subluxation following stroke. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 11:42:37 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-recovery2.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-recovery2.html Stroke recovery questions and answers. Submit your own question if you can't find the answer you need. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 11:40:43 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-risk.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-risk.html Question : I had a stroke 6 years ago and just found out last week that it did some damage to the brain in the left frontal lobe region. Since the stroke, Sat, 07 Apr 2012 11:30:11 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/applying-for-disability.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/applying-for-disability.html Navigating the maze of applying for disability can be time consuming and confusing. Get the information you need. Sun, 01 Apr 2012 13:11:14 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/bowel-and-bladder-incontinence.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/bowel-and-bladder-incontinence.html Bladder and bowel problems are common after stroke. Here are some tips to help with bowel and bladder incontinence following stroke. Sun, 25 Mar 2012 13:37:49 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/hemiplegia.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/hemiplegia.html Stroke can cause hemiplegia which is paralysis of one side of the body. Hemiparesis is weakness of one side of the body and is less severe than hemiplegia. Sun, 25 Mar 2012 13:28:52 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-recovery-and-lack-of-progress-after-one-month.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-recovery-and-lack-of-progress-after-one-month.html Question: It has been a month since my mother in law suffered a stroke ... we have a day night nurse plus a helper for her and one of the best physio Sun, 18 Mar 2012 20:16:44 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/unilateral-neglect.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/unilateral-neglect.html Stroke victims may demonstrate unilateral neglect which is lack of awareness to one side of the body or stimuli to one side. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:00:42 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/adaptive-clothing.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/adaptive-clothing.html 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. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 13:12:07 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/passive-range-of-motion.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/passive-range-of-motion.html See examples of arm passive range of motion exercises to help prevent joint contractures and maintain flexibility after stroke. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 12:53:10 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/Arm-Exercises.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/Arm-Exercises.html Arm exercises for strengthening the arms after stroke using dumbbells and bands. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 12:50:35 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/types-of-stroke.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/types-of-stroke.html What are the various types of stroke? Information about hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke as well as transient ischemic attack or mini stroke. Wed, 14 Mar 2012 04:27:18 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/hyperlipidemia.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/hyperlipidemia.html Find out how hyperlipidemia or high cholesterol can increase your risk of stroke. Wed, 14 Mar 2012 04:23:47 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/speech-problems-mild-lazy-tongue.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/speech-problems-mild-lazy-tongue.html Question: Can a caregiver contribute to speech exercises? I am a music therapist and have voice exercises which might help like tongue twisters and tonal/speech Mon, 27 Feb 2012 19:46:57 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/treatment-of-flaccidity-and-spasticity-after-stroke.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/treatment-of-flaccidity-and-spasticity-after-stroke.html Question: What is the role of ice in treatment of the flaccid condition of stroke? Please describe in detail. Also, what is the treatment for the spastic Mon, 27 Feb 2012 18:09:06 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/hypotonia.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/hypotonia.html Hypotonia or decreased muscle tone can occur after stroke. Find out what treatments there are for this condition. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:44:09 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/balance-problems.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/balance-problems.html Questions about balance problems after stroke? Visit stroke-rehab.com to get your questions answered. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:47:42 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/index.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/index.html All the information that patients and caregivers need during stroke recovery including education, resources, rehabilitation exercises, applying for disability and much more! Mon, 13 Feb 2012 02:48:23 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/central-pain-syndrome.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/central-pain-syndrome.html Central Pain Syndrome can occur after a stroke and is characterized by intense pain often described as burning or pins and needles. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 12:19:04 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/home-exercise-equipment.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/home-exercise-equipment.html Continue your stroke rehab at home with your own home exercise equipment. Examples of inexpensive exercise equipment for home use. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:38:28 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/adaptive-equipment.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/adaptive-equipment.html Adaptive equipment can help the stroke patient become more independent. Discover which medical equipment is most beneficial. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:20:07 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/how-to-prevent-stroke.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/how-to-prevent-stroke.html Useful information on how to prevent stroke - save your life! Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:15:10 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/flaccid-paralysis-treatment.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/flaccid-paralysis-treatment.html Learn about stroke treatment for flaccidity of flaccid paralysis. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:38:03 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/toilet-lift-for-stroke-patient.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/toilet-lift-for-stroke-patient.html Question: I am the sole caregiver for my wife. I am 77 years old and fit, but had a heart attack about 8 years ago. My wife is hemiplegic (right side paralyzed). Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:55:31 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/loss-of-sensation1.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/loss-of-sensation1.html Answers to questions about loss of sensation after stroke. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:39:21 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/bladder-incontinence.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/bladder-incontinence.html Answers to your questions about urinary or bladder incontinence after stroke. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 04:54:03 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/progressive-weakness-after-moms-stroke.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/progressive-weakness-after-moms-stroke.html Question: My mom had several strokes over the past few years. When she first came home from rehabilitation she was getting stronger. Then out of nowhere, Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:05:11 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/behavior-problems-and-stroke.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/behavior-problems-and-stroke.html Question: My Dad had a right side stroke 2 yrs. ago. He was doing pretty well until he started having seizures from the scar tissue (he didn't get medical Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:18:44 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/sleep-disorder.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/sleep-disorder.html Question: My mother had a second stroke. She is 77 years old. She is having trouble sleeping at night and yelling and talking constantly. Doctor gave Fri, 13 Jan 2012 02:50:03 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/hand-exercises.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/hand-exercises.html Hand exercises for the stroke patient that will improve fine motor skills. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 20:48:14 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/denial-after-stroke.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/denial-after-stroke.html Question: My husband has paralysis on the left of his body. He denies this and keeps thinking he can come home as he is ok. Every day I have to tell him Sat, 31 Dec 2011 05:06:19 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/ataxia.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/ataxia.html Ataxia or uncoordinated movement can occur after stroke especially after strokes that affect the cerebellum. Fri, 30 Dec 2011 05:31:48 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/visionproblems.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/visionproblems.html Some vision problems that occur after stroke can include hemianopsia, visual neglect, and diplopia. Fri, 30 Dec 2011 03:47:24 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/rehab-facilities.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/rehab-facilities.html Finding the right rehab facilities and therapists is imperative to stroke recovery. Rehabilitation will help stroke victims to become as independent as possible. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:31:38 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/neuroplasticity.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/neuroplasticity.html Can your brain rewire itself after a stroke? Find out more information about neuroplasticity and stroke recovery. Sun, 18 Dec 2011 21:42:04 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-tiredness.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-tiredness.html Question: Last April, I had 3 strokes. I have all my faculties with the exception that I feel good for a day or two then it's like the bottom falls out Sat, 10 Dec 2011 04:19:16 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/balance-therapy-success-rates.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/balance-therapy-success-rates.html Question: I had a stroke 4 years ago leaving me with parasthesia down my whole left side. I've had no respite from the sensation since then and have Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:07:46 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/emotional-and-mental-issues-after-stroke.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/emotional-and-mental-issues-after-stroke.html Emotional and mental issues are not uncommon after stroke. Discover what you should do if your loved one is experiencing such issues. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 19:35:38 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/ankle-spasticity-after-stroke-due-to-venous-sinus-thrombosis.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/ankle-spasticity-after-stroke-due-to-venous-sinus-thrombosis.html Question:My mother suffered from stroke following venous sinus thrombosis. She has recovered well and now the only problem area is her ankle, which is Mon, 28 Nov 2011 01:47:10 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-news.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/stroke-news.html Get the latest stroke news from stroke-rehab.com. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:36:43 GMT http://www.stroke-rehab.com/caregivers.html http://www.stroke-rehab.com/caregivers.html 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! Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:33:08 GMT