Stroke Blog

The Stroke Blog lets you know when new questions are submitted or when new pages are added to Stroke-Rehab.com. It also keeps you up to date with the latest information on stroke rehabilitation.

Gift Ideas for Stroke Patients for Recovery, Comfort & More

Audio book for stroke patient

Top gift ideas for stroke patients and stroke recovery and rehabilitation.

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Stroke and High Blood Pressure

High Blood Pressure and Stroke Chart

The silent killer - understand how stroke and high blood pressure are related.

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Are Strokes Hereditary? Understanding Your Risk Factors

DNA link to stroke

The Question: Are Strokes Hereditary? The Answer: Genetics can play a significant role in determining one's risk.

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What is apraxia caused by a stroke and how to treat it

Dressing Apraxia

What is apraxia and it's various forms that occur after stroke including speech, ideational, and ideomotor apraxia.

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Caregiver Questions and Issues

Video Game Addiction

Questions and answers from Stroke Caregivers

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Foot and Ankle Swelling

Question: My husband had a hemorrhagic left brain stroke nine years ago. He is in good physical health otherwise and gets around using his cane. His right

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What is a Good Gift for a Stroke Patient: Gift Giving Guide

What is a good gift for a stroke patient

2024 Gifts for Every Stage of Stroke Recovery: From practical aids to inspiring keepsakes, find the perfect present for your loved one.

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Feeling of Falling from a Stroke

Question: My mother had a stroke. Can you please give me some advice as her balance has been affected, and she feels like she is falling. What could we

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Gaining Strength After Stroke

Question: I suffered a hemorrhagic stroke in April 2009 and subsequently got senses back in all of my body. As an effect of the stroke, my left side, even

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Emotional and Mental Issues After Stroke

Emotional and mental issues are not uncommon after stroke. Discover what you should do if your loved one is experiencing such issues.

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Symptoms Getting Worse After Stroke

If you experience sudden declines or changes after stroke, you should seek medical attention.

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Flaccid Paralysis Treatment After Stroke: Questions & Answers

Arm Passive Range of Motion

Answers to questions about flaccid paralysis treatment after stroke including home exercises and treatment ideas.

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Balance Problems

Questions about balance problems after stroke? Visit stroke-rehab.com to get your questions answered.

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Personality Changes After Stroke. Who is This Person?

Emotional Crying

Personality changes are common with stroke. One might become depressed, apathetic, impulsive or labile with frequent changes in mood.

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Stroke Recovery Tips Back Issues from Stroke Rehab Website

Stroke Recovery Tips Newsletter

View past issues of Stroke Recovery Tips Newsletter to learn unique information about stroke rehabilitation.

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