Vascular Videos
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Category: Vascular Disease
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: Vascular Disease
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: Vascular Disease
Medically Reviewed On: 15 Jul 2008
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a blockage of arteries in the extremities, which can cause cramping in the legs, hips and thighs. Tune in to learn more about PAD.Medically Reviewed On: 15 Jul 2008
Category: Vascular Disease
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
Aortic Aneurysms
Category: Vascular Disease
Medically Reviewed On: 6 Jul 2008
Abdominal aortic aneurysms usually grow silently for years until they rupture and become deadly. Learn if you are at risk and who definitely needs to be screened.
Medically Reviewed On: 6 Jul 2008
Stroke Recovery Basics
Category: Vascular Disease
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: Vascular Disease
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: Vascular Disease
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
Secondary Stroke Prevention
Category: Vascular Disease
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
Say ALOHA to Heart Disease
Category: Vascular Disease
Medically Reviewed On: 21 Jan 2007
Heart disease risk is something you have or don't have. But how do you know? Learn how you can set yourself on the path to a heart healthy life. And say aloha to heart disease.
Medically Reviewed On: 21 Jan 2007
Controlling Cholesterol Counts
Category: Vascular Disease
Medically Reviewed On: 16 Jan 2007
Cholesterol is one of the most established risk factors for heart disease, yet people are still confused. Learn what cholesterol is and what we can do to control it.
Medically Reviewed On: 16 Jan 2007
Spasticity Treatment
Category: Vascular Disease
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: Vascular Disease
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: Vascular Disease
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
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