A comprehensive rehabilitation approach is vital to stroke recovery.According to the CDC, every 40 seconds someone in the United States suffers from a stroke. Every year alone, more than 795,000 people in the U.S. will experience a stroke. A comprehensive rehabilitation approach is vital to stroke recovery. The National Institute of Neurologist Disorders reports strokes as the number one cause of serious adult disability in the US and the world. Strokes … [Read more...]
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Stroke Symptoms for Occupational Therapists
As with many acute medical situations, early identification and intervention of stroke symptoms are key.A stroke, also called a cerebrovascular accident (CVA), is the fifth leading cause of death and disability in the United States according to the American Stroke Association. Strokes are caused by a disturbance of oxygen and blood flow to the brain which results in the death of brain cells that can cause difficulties with various bodily … [Read more...]
Stroke Prevention: How Nutrition Can Help
There are steps you can take to reduce your risk of having a stroke, and nutrition plays a key role.Strokes are a serious and potentially life-threatening medical emergency. They occur when blood flow to the brain is interrupted or reduced, causing brain cells to die. According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of disability. However, there are steps you can take to … [Read more...]
May is Stroke Awareness Month
A time to raise awareness about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of stroke.According to the American Stroke Organization, stroke is a top 5 leading cause of death worldwide and a leading cause of disability. In this blog, we will discuss what stroke is, its causes, risk factors, symptoms, and treatments, as well as how you can prevent stroke. What is a stroke? A stroke occurs when there is a disruption of blood flow to the brain. This can be caused … [Read more...]
Managing Stroke Risk and Raising Awareness
May 2022 is National Stroke Awareness Month.We're examining the causes of stroke, highlighting prevention tips, exploring the warning signs, and sharing helpful resources for healthcare professionals caring for stroke patients.Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States suffers a stroke. This adds up to more than 795,000 strokes each year and accounts for roughly 1 out of every 19 American deaths. Tragically, up to 80% of these strokes are preventable.Heart … [Read more...]
Proper Positioning for Stroke Patients
Use the guide below to educate family members and caregivers on the proper positioning for stroke patients. Proper anatomical positioning for stroke patients is important not only to reduce the chances of shoulder subluxation, but also to promote body awareness. As a result, proper positioning encourages the use of the neglected extremity after the stroke. Furthermore, extremities positioned correctly in supine as well as in sitting position will enhance stroke recovery and … [Read more...]
May is National Stroke Awareness Month
May is National Stroke Awareness Month and this year the National Stroke Association is turning the spotlight on stroke warning signs and risk factors for stroke. May is National Stroke Awareness month, and HomeCEU has teamed up with the National Stroke Association to support the cause.“Although there has been great progress in reducing stroke and improving recovery, now is not the time to stop raising awareness about stroke,” says Robyn Moore, CEO of the National Stroke … [Read more...]
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