How to Help Someone Who Had a Stroke: A Guide for Caregivers and Family Members

shop-mgr2023-01-17T14:20:25+08:00 Stroke recovery can be a difficult process. It often takes constant, dedicated work to regain independence, which can be physically and emotionally draining. That’s why for stroke survivors, having a loved one there to support them through the ups and downs of recovery is critical. As a family member or friend, you may be wondering how to best help someone who has had a stroke. In this article, we will show you a few ways you can help make the recovery process easier for your loved one. Tips for Helping Someone Who Had a Stroke Caring for someone with a stroke can be...

7 Life-Saving Ways to Prevent Falling After Stroke

shop-mgr2023-01-17T14:16:18+08:00 Taking precautions to prevent falling after stroke can help save a life. Falling is the leading cause of accidental home deaths, and they are a major reason for 40% of admissions to nursing homes. Furthermore, up to 37% of patients fall within the first 6 months after stroke; and up to 73% have fallen one year after a stroke. This means that if steps aren’t taken to prevent falling after stroke, it’s likely to happen. As they say, prevention is the best cure. We hope this article helps you take preventive action to avoid a fall after stroke. How to Prevent Falling After Stroke Below you...

What It Means When They Say “Every Stroke Is Different”

shop-mgr2023-06-06T11:22:21+08:00 Questions about recovery after stroke often elicit a common response from medical teams: “Every stroke is different, so every recovery will be different.” But what exactly does that mean? You’re about to discover two reasons why every stroke is different. This information should help you ask better questions when consulting your doctor or therapist. To get started, it helps to look at the location of the stroke. Location, Location, Location A stroke occurs when the supply of blood to an area of the brain becomes compromised. Until the stroke is treated, the lack of oxygen-rich blood results in damage to the local brain tissue. A...

Stroke Recovery Plateau: Why Progress Slows Down & How to Keep Going

shop-mgr2023-01-17T14:09:04+08:00 During the early stages of stroke rehabilitation, patients usually make rapid gains in function. After a few months, however, progress may slow or stall. Therapists call this the plateau phase. The stroke recovery plateau is a common phase that most survivors experience. But contrary to popular belief, it does not mean that your recovery has ended. In fact, it is possible to push through a plateau after stroke and regain more functions. Today’s article will explain causes of a stroke recovery plateau, and how you can overcome one when it occurs. What Is a Stroke Recovery Plateau? A stroke recovery plateau is a period of...

Spontaneous Recovery After Stroke: What It Means and How to Encourage It

shop-mgr2023-01-17T14:04:54+08:00 Spontaneous recovery occurs after a stroke when the brain naturally repairs some of the damage it sustained. This recovery is usually seen within the first six months after a stroke and relies on several neural mechanisms. Today’s article will explain how spontaneous recovery after stroke works, plus some helpful ways to support your brain’s natural repair mechanism. What is Spontaneous Recovery? After a stroke, the initial damage due to lost blood flow results in two distinct areas of damage: the core and the penumbra. The core refers to the area directly hit by the stroke. This area is considered dead and non-salvageable. However, the...