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Evaluating the effectiveness of robot-assisted gait training with various training modes in improving the balance and walking function of patients with stroke.

Evaluating the effectiveness of robot-assisted gait training with various training modes in improving the balance and walking function of patients with stroke.

Posted by on Aug 27, 2023 in Stroke | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness of robot-assisted gait training with various training modes in improving the balance and walking function of patients with stroke. The data showed that robot-assisted gait training with various training modes significantly improved balance, walking function, and lower limb strength compared to...

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Does transcranial direct current stimulation improve speech production in patients with speech impairment after stroke?

Does transcranial direct current stimulation improve speech production in patients with speech impairment after stroke?

Posted by on Jun 11, 2023 in Stroke | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) on speech intelligibility, and speech-related physiological and vocal functions in dysarthric (speech impairment) patients after stroke. The data showed that tDCS enhanced the effects of traditional speech therapy in these patients. Some...

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Evaluating the effectiveness and safety of noninvasive cerebellar stimulation in improving the balance and walking function of patients with stroke.

Evaluating the effectiveness and safety of noninvasive cerebellar stimulation in improving the balance and walking function of patients with stroke.

Posted by on Feb 27, 2023 in Stroke | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of noninvasive cerebellar stimulation (NICS) in improving the balance and walking function of patients with stroke. The data showed that NICS improved the balance and walking function in these patients. Some background A stroke is caused by a reduction in blood flow to the...

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Taking daily aspirin? Talk to your doctor.

Taking daily aspirin? Talk to your doctor.

Posted by on May 10, 2022 in Blog, Coronary artery disease, Stroke |

Do you take a dose of baby aspirin once a day? Are you doing this under doctor’s orders or just because you heard it prevented heart attack or stroke?  There is growing evidence against taking a low-dose aspirin daily for preventing cardiovascular events. But many well-intentioned people still take daily aspirin. A 2019 report by Harvard...

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How beneficial is cognitive motor dual-task training to patients with stroke?

How beneficial is cognitive motor dual-task training to patients with stroke?

Posted by on May 8, 2022 in Stroke | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study analyzed the impact of cognitive-motor dual-task training (CMDT) on patients with chronic stroke. The authors concluded that CMDT had beneficial effects on balance ability, gait, and upper limb function in patients with chronic stroke. Some background A stroke involves an interruption or slowing of blood flow and oxygen to the...

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Evaluating the effectiveness and safety of vagus nerve stimulation for improving arm function after ischemic stroke.

Evaluating the effectiveness and safety of vagus nerve stimulation for improving arm function after ischemic stroke.

Posted by on Feb 27, 2022 in Stroke | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) for improving upper limb function in patients after ischemic stroke. The data showed that VNS was safe and improved upper limb function in these patients. Some background An ischemic stroke happens when blood flow through the blood vessels that supply...

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What is the best antiplatelet treatment after a stroke?

What is the best antiplatelet treatment after a stroke?

Posted by on Aug 15, 2021 in Stroke | 0 comments

In a nutshell This review compared using two antiplatelet medications to aspirin (Bayer) alone following a stroke. It found that dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) reduced the risk of a second stroke, but led to more bleeding. Some background Stroke is a leading health challenge in developed countries. A stroke occurs when an area of the brain is...

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