National Institute of Health: Senior Health
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Did you know stroke is preventable and treatable? Find out what steps you can take to prevent stroke, what to do if you experience symptoms of a stroke and how doctors test and diagnose for stroke.
Stroke can be devastating, but physical therapy can help stroke patients relearn to walk, sit, stand, lie down, and switch from one type of movement to another. Working with physical therapists to restore coordination will speed recovery.
Stroke damage in the brain can affect the entire body, resulting in mild to severe disabilities, including paralysis, problems with thinking, speech difficulties, and emotional problems. Learn more about the symptoms and effects of stroke.
Warning Signs and Risk Factors for Stroke
There are five primary stroke warning signs as well as other less obvious signs that you may be having a mini-stroke, or transient ischemic attack (TIA). Learn the warning signs here.
Learn about the three treatment stages for stroke - prevention, therapy immediately after stroke, and post-stroke rehabilitation - and the treatments appropriate for each stage.
Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the country and causes more serious long-term disabilities than any other disease. Discover the definition of a stroke, the causes and symptoms of stroke, and information about ischemic stroke.
