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Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 21 Jul 2008
Medical information is usually scattered in many different places. To receive the best possible health care, people are encouraged to gather information in one place and create a personal medical record.Medically Reviewed On: 21 Jul 2008
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 21 Jul 2008
Vascular health refers to the well-being of the heart and the blood vessels. Certain risk factors increase the likelihood that atherosclerosis, a disease of the arteries, will occur. Early detection and knowing your risk factors are keys to improving your health.Medically Reviewed On: 21 Jul 2008
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 21 Jul 2008
Each year more than a million Americans have heart attacks. High cholesterol can form a blockage in the arteries and lead to heart disease. Lifestyle changes and adherence to a treatment plan are important for cholesterol management.Medically Reviewed On: 21 Jul 2008
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 8 Jul 2008
TIA, or transient ischemic attack, can be described as a "light stroke" -- but this doesn't mean it should be taken lightly. While a TIA does not cause damage to the brain, it is a serious "brain attack" which puts you at higher risk of having a full-blown stroke sometime down the road. Our panel of experts will discuss the causes and symptoms of TIA, and address what you must do afterwards to reduce your risk of future attacks.Medically Reviewed On: 8 Jul 2008
Treating Strokes
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 3 Jul 2008
If you or someone you know is at risk of stroke, it is crucial to recognize that successful stroke treatment depends on quick action. The sooner you can get treatment, the better chance you have of reducing damage to your brain. Our panel of experts will discuss the treatments available for acute stroke, and how to make sure you receive them in time if you are suffering an attack.
Medically Reviewed On: 3 Jul 2008
Stroke Stories
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 3 Jul 2008
After suffering a stroke, many people experience post-stroke spasticity, muscle tightness that not only impairs mobility, but also impacts the life of their family and caregivers. Find out how two couples handled the after effects of stroke, and learn what treatments helped them improve their quality of life.
Medically Reviewed On: 3 Jul 2008
Treating Diabetic Hypertension
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 1 Jul 2008
It's long been known that diabetes often goes hand-in-hand with high blood pressure. But many of the 11 million Americans that have both conditions don't get the treatment they need. Join experts as they discuss why people with diabetes also need to focus on controlling their blood pressure.
Medically Reviewed On: 1 Jul 2008
Diabetes and Hypertension
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 1 Jul 2008
Controlling blood sugar levels are crucial for people with diabetes. But equally important is blood pressure control. High blood pressure and diabetes often occur together and if left untreated can lead to serious consequences. Join experts as they discuss the link between these two conditions, who is most at risk and how it is diagnosed.
Medically Reviewed On: 1 Jul 2008
Stroke Recovery Basics
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 26 Jun 2008
Stroke is a devastating condition that often results in serious long-term complications. Among the most common and most challenging are mobility difficulties. These can range from trouble doing normal household chores to a total inability to walk. Fortunately, many therapies are available to help restore physical abilities. Join our panel of experts as they discuss rehabilitation therapy and how it works.
Medically Reviewed On: 26 Jun 2008
PAD Awareness
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 25 Jun 2008
What is peripheral artery disease (PAD) and why is it important? Watch this webcast to learn about its risk factors, such as smoking, diabetes, age, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol, and how it is related to stroke and heart attack.
Medically Reviewed On: 25 Jun 2008
Post-stroke Caregiving
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 18 Jun 2008
When someone close to you suffers from a stroke, the emotional impact can be tremendous. But as anyone caring for a loved one after a stroke knows, the psychological challenges are only half of the story. The responsibility of helping someone through recovery and rehabilitation can be demanding, and there's a lot to learn. Join our panel of experts as they discuss caregiver issues.
Medically Reviewed On: 18 Jun 2008
Rehabilitation after Stroke
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 9 May 2008
A stroke can induce a wide variety of disabilities. With timely and proper rehabilitation, however, patients can often learn how to regain functioning and resume their lives. Physical, occupational and speech therapists can all work with a patient to help them recover abilities that have been lost or damaged.
Medically Reviewed On: 9 May 2008
Secondary Stroke Prevention
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 7 May 2008
If you've suffered a stroke, one of your greatest concerns should be preventing a second stroke. Currently, 40 percent of stroke survivors have a second stroke within five years. And a repeat stroke is frequently more devastating than the first. But there are things you can do to keep a second attack at bay. Join our panel of experts for a discussion of prevention issues specific to stroke survivors.
Medically Reviewed On: 7 May 2008
Stroke Warning Signs
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 1 Oct 2003
A stroke can be a life-altering event but its warning signs can sometimes be difficult to identify. Experts discuss the exact steps to take when you suspect you're suffering a stroke.
Medically Reviewed On: 1 Oct 2003
Are You at Risk for a Stroke?
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 1 Oct 2003
While a stroke almost always comes without warning, there are certain people who are more at risk than others. Factors such as age, racial background and physical problems can make you a more likely candidate. Still, there are ways to lessen your chances. Learn what you can do to help prevent a stroke.
Medically Reviewed On: 1 Oct 2003
Spasticity Treatment
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 3 Jul 2002
Among the many serious consequences of a stroke, one of the most physically debilitating is "spasticity," or uncontrolled muscle tightness. Pain and restricted movement can make day-to-day life a struggle, but cutting-edge treatments like Botox and intrathecal baclofen (ITB) are helping patients ease the tension.
Medically Reviewed On: 3 Jul 2002
What is Spasticity?
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 3 Jul 2002
In the aftermath of a stroke, many people experience an uncontrollable tightness in the arms or legs that can cause pain and restrict movement. These symptoms are often accepted by patients as a new fact of life, but in truth they are part of a treatable condition called "spasticity".
Medically Reviewed On: 3 Jul 2002
Spasticity Doc Info
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 3 Jul 2002
After a stroke or other brain injury, certain muscles may start to contract involuntarily, often causing pain or restricting movement. This is called spasticity, and it can be treated, but it's important for patients to communicate their problem to their doctor in order to receive effective care.
Medically Reviewed On: 3 Jul 2002
Immobilization Therapy
Category: Stroke
Medically Reviewed On: 16 Jan 2001
There has been a lot of talk recently bout "immobilization therapy or constraint induced therapy which is a eehabilitation strategy for stroke patients experiencing mobility problems. This intensive therapy, in which a working limb is immobilized to improve the function of an impaired one, actually dates back to the early 1900's. How does this therapy work, and why is it making a comeback? Join our two experts as they discuss their new understanding of this old therapy.
Medically Reviewed On: 16 Jan 2001
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