In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of balance training with functional electrical stimulation (FES) to treat stroke survivors. Researchers suggested that this treatment improves balance and muscle activation in patients with stroke. Some background Every year, more than 795,000 people in the US have a stroke. It happens when the blood...
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Stem cell therapy is a safe treatment that improves the recovery of stroke survivors
In a nutshell This study investigated the safety and effectiveness of the human neural stem cell line (HNSCL) CTX0E03 in the treatment of stroke survivors. Researchers suggested that treatment with HNSCL improves the upper limb (arms) function in these patients. Some background Stroke is the second most common cause of death and the first cause of...
Read MoreCholinesterase inhibitors improves treatment outcomes of stroke survivors with mental problems
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of cholinesterase inhibitors (CEI) in the treatment of stroke survivors with cognitive (thinking and reasoning) problems. Researchers suggested that CEI improves the outcomes of these patients without increasing toxicity. Some background Stroke is one of the main causes of death and...
Read MoreVagus nerve stimulation improves the outcomes of severe stroke survivors
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) in treating stroke survivors. Researchers suggested that VNS is associated with a positive response in patients with more severe disease. Some background Each year, around 795,000 Americans suffer a stroke. It happens when the blood flow to the brain stops due to...
Read MoreTreatment with OnabotulinumtoxinA improves stiffness in stroke survivors
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of OnabotulinumtoxinA (OTA; Botox) in the treatment of stiffness in stroke survivors. Researchers suggested that OTA might be a safe and effective treatment option for these patients. Some background Stroke is a serious condition that affects 795,000 people every year in the US. It happens...
Read MoreEtanercept delivered into the spine improves chronic pain in stroke survivors
In a nutshell This study investigated the safety and effectiveness of perispinal etanercept (PE) in the treatment of pain after stroke. Researchers suggested that PE is a good and safe option to treat pain in stroke survivors. Some background Stroke is a common disease that affects 795,000 people every year in the US. It happens when the blood...
Read MoreExtracorporeal shock wave therapy improves outcomes of stroke survivors
In a nutshell This study investigated the long-term effects of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) in the treatment of stroke survivors. Researchers suggested that ESWT is associated with improved outcomes in these patients. Some background A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is cut-off. Brain cells stop receiving oxygen and begin to...
Read MoreThe adherence to exercise programs affects the recovery of stroke survivors
In a nutshell This study investigated if adherence to exercise programs (EP) affects the recovery of stroke survivors. Researchers suggested that increased adherence improved recovery after a moderate stroke. Some background Every year, more than 795,000 people in the US have a stroke. Of these, about 87% are ischemic strokes. This happens when the...
Read MoreRobot-assisted therapy improves the level of arm recovery in stroke survivors
In a nutshell This study compared the effects of arm robot-assisted therapy (RAT) and conventional therapy to treat arm disability in stroke survivors. Researchers suggested that RAT was associated with an increased level of arm recovery. Some background A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is cut off. Oxygen supply stops and the brain cells...
Read MoreHow low should LDL cholesterol be to prevent a second cardiovascular event after stroke?
In a nutshell This study investigated the best LDL cholesterol levels to prevent a second stroke. Researchers suggested that patients who had an LDL of less than 70mg had a lower risk of having a second stroke. Some background A stroke happens when the blood flow to the brain is cut-off. The brain cells stop receiving oxygen and begin to die. The body...
Read MoreCombined exercise programs improve recovery outcomes of patients with stroke
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of combined aerobic and resistance exercise training (ET) to treat stroke side effects. Researchers suggested that exercise programs improve the recovery outcomes of these patients. Some background Each year, around 795000 people have a stroke in the US. This happens when the blood flow to the...
Read MoreDoes prior stroke affect ischemia or bleeding risk after percutaneous coronary intervention?
In a nutshell This study investigated the risk of ischemia (IR) or bleeding (BR) after stroke in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). They found that patients with prior stroke had higher IR/BR after PCI. Some background Coronary artery disease (CAD) is caused by blockages and reduced blood flow to the heart....
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