How to regain sight after a stroke: Rehab at home

How to regain sight after a stroke: Rehab at home

Strokes may cause a partial or complete loss of sight. This type of brain injury is the most common cause of vision loss in the […]

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What to do when someone has a stroke

You Never Know…: What To Do When Someone Has A Stroke

If someone around you has a brain injury, you need to be ready to act quickly and reduce the damage that the injury may cause. […]

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Brain changes due to poor sleep increases stroke and dementia risks in seniors

Brain changes due to poor sleep increases stroke and dementia risks in seniors

Brain changes due to poor sleep increases stroke and dementia risks in seniors Sleep disturbance in elderly persons is associated with brain changes such as […]

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Stroke is the second most common cause of cognitive impairment

Stroke is the second most common cause of cognitive impairment

Stroke is the second most common cause of cognitive impairment and dementia and can significantly affect your attention, memory, planning and other executive functions. Strokes […]

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Chemical reaction keeps stroke-damaged brain from repairing itself

Chemical reaction keeps stroke-damaged brain from repairing itself

Chemical reaction keeps stroke-damaged brain from repairing itself. Nitric oxide, a gaseous molecule produced in the brain, can damage neurons. When the brain produces too […]

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Oxygen chamber can boost brain repair years after stroke or trauma

Oxygen chamber can boost brain repair years after stroke or trauma

Oxygen chamber can boost brain repair years after stroke or trauma. Stroke, traumatic injury, and metabolic disorder are major causes of brain damage and permanent […]

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Botox may benefit stroke patients

Botox may benefit stroke patients

Botox may benefit stroke patients. Injecting botox injections into the arm muscles of stroke survivors may help in long term recovery, states new research. Researchers […]

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