Author: Prasantha De Silva
How stroke causes bladder problems
Stroke can result in either urinary incontinence or retention. It occurs as a result of the killing of neurons that are responsible in regulating the peeing.
A buying guide for body-worn absorbent products
Choosing suitable body-worn absorbent products is not an easy endeavor for stroke carers because the information available on websites of different brands is overwhelming. Most…
Measuring urine leakage helps manage incontinence
Now, we know stroke can cause urinary incontinence. This post discusses how it happens. Dealing with the problem is a very complicated subject. Stroke carers…
Bedsores (pressure injuries) after stroke
Bedsores after stroke is a serious problem. With proper knowledge and care, it can be avoided.
Physical activities and exercise after stroke
This post attempts to highlight the importance of promoting physical activities and exercises among those who faced a stroke as early as possible.
A free screen reader for the visually impaired
A stroke may either weaken vision or completely shut it off. And, those who are aged may have lower vision due to age. This is…
What does rehabilitation after stroke mean?
This post discusses the concept of post-stroke rehabilitation. This is where stroke carers have a big role to play. Here, we discuss when the post-stroke…
Deficits and health problems after a stroke
Introduction However hard the brain attempts to recover its lost functions due to teh stroke, it cannot regain everything; some of them will, however, reappear…
Brain’s recovery attempts after stroke
This post discusses how our brain fights back – its recovery attempts – after a stroke attack. Non-linear trajectory of the brain’s recovery attempts The…
Stroke warning signs and symptoms
This post discusses stroke warning signs and symptoms, the F.A.S.T. campaign, the concept of the “golden hour”, and delays in seeking hospital care. Stroke warning…