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Why is repetition important for arm recovery after a stroke?
Repetition is important after a stroke because the brain needs repeated practice to relearn lost movements. Performing the same movement many times helps the brain create new pathways, which gradually improve control and strength in the affected arm. Source: Canadian Stroke Best Practices – Rehabilitation Below are common questions caregivers ask about this topic. When…
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The Usefulness of a Pegboard for Stroke Survivors
Recovery after a stroke often requires repetitive exercises to regain strength, coordination, and fine motor skills. One simple yet highly effective tool that can support this recovery process is a pegboard. Used in occupational and physical therapy, a pegboard can help stroke survivors improve hand function, dexterity, and cognitive abilities in a way that is…
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Therapy Putty: A Simple Yet Powerful Tool for Stroke Recovery
Stroke recovery is a challenging journey that requires patience, persistence, and the right tools to regain lost function. One such tool, often overlooked but highly effective, is therapy putty. Therapy putty is a simple, moldable material; it can play a crucial role in rebuilding hand strength, coordination, and fine motor skills—abilities that many stroke survivors…
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Tools to regain hand movements after stroke
Regaining hand movements and grip strength is a critical part of stroke recovery journey. Caregivers can find many tools that help improve hand grip. Experts classify hand grip strengthening tools according to its type, functionality and purpose. Here is a summary: 1. Elastic resistance tools Features Best for gradual strengthening and fine motor skills 2.…
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Clot removal effective even six hours after stroke
It is good news; until 2018, we knew that neurosurgeons can salvage living neurons only if they remove the clot within six hours of the block. Now, we know it is not so. They can go ahead with the operation if a patient is ready for the surgery even after six hours. About the study…
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Do you know about the clot-busting drug?
American Heart and Stroke Associations promote use of tPA although not all emergency physicians do not adhere to the practice.
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Walking sticks for stroke patients: Improve balance, confidence, & mobility
Find all about useful and practical evidence-based info about canes.
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