Stroke Information and Recovery Blog

While strokes certainly damage functions of the brain and body, the negative impact strokes have on a survivor’s lifestyle and hopes for...

A stroke is a life-changing event. When you have a stroke, the blood supply to your brain is cut off or reduced for some time. This...

Strokes are a Leading Cause of Paralysis and Disability Stroke is the most common neurological disorder in the U.S., with 795,000 strokes...

Post Stroke Rehabilitation Rehabilitation aims to help survivors reach maximum independence and attain the highest possible quality of...

For many stroke survivors, spasticity can be one of the most frustrating and misunderstood aspects of rehabilitation and recovery with littl

Why Do Your Hands Get Weak After a Stroke? When you have a stroke, it interrupts the blood supply to your brain. This can lead to a...

The early, or “acute” days after onset of a stroke can be scary, unpredictable, and traumatic for both the stroke survivor and their...

What Happens After a Stroke? What is Happening in the Brain After a Stroke & Why? The chronological timeline commonly following the...

What Is a Stroke and What Happens to You After a Stroke? A stroke is a type of brain attack. It happens when the blood flow to the brain...

What is Occupational Therapy Occupational therapists (OTR) are part of your healthcare team, helping to achieve goals to remain...

Learn about all about strokes, including the causes and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and life after a stroke.