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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Adult diapers, pull-ups, and liners buying guide
Daily, stroke caregivers help stroke survivors wear adult diapers, pull-ups, and liners. They struggle daily if the products do not fit the survivor. We can find a variety of types and brands in the market; you need to spend your precious time and money to search for the most suitable size and then the brand….
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Measuring urine leak helps regain bladder control
Stroke can rob bladder control resulting in urine leak (incontinence). Evidence-based methods exist to regain bladder control. But, still, the problem can persist. How useful is measuring the amount of urine leaked? First, it guides you to decide which absorbent products to buy. (You can find a simple buying guide in another post). This metric…
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Bedsores (pressure injuries) after stroke
Bedsores after stroke is a serious problem. With proper knowledge and care, it can be avoided.
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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 another barrier to improve communication of the stroke survivors as well as those already visually impaired. Because of this, they are unable to socialize with their friends, read news, learn…
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What does stroke rehabilitation mean?
This post discusses the concept of stroke rehabilitation. This is where stroke carers have a big role to play. Here, we discuss when the stroke rehabilitation begins, what aspects it includes, and the current expert recommendations. What is stroke rehabilitation? It has three goals: When and how the stroke rehabilitation begins? The experts say it…
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Avoid prolonged bed rest for faster stroke recovery
Detrimental effects of prolonged bed rest are many. Find out what researchers say.
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