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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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Best practices for caregivers to regain bladder control after a stroke
This post details two recommended best practice guidelines to regain bladder control post-stroke..
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Best practices for caregivers to regain movements after stroke
Follow these six expert recommended best practices for better, faster recovery after a stroke.
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Stroke-related bladder problems
An earlier post explored how stroke can disrupt bladder control. This post looks into stroke-associated bladder problems. These problems could occur due to direct damage to the brain areas that control the bladder and bladder gates. Table of contents Post-stroke bladder problems due to disruption to the brain’s bladder control routes Experts group stroke-associated bladder…
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How a stroke causes urine incontinence
Stroke often causes urine incontinence. A good understanding of it help caregivers manage this difficult problem.
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