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...
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The 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....
Read MoreDepression in stroke survivors might be a risk factor for a second stroke
In a nutshell This study investigated whether depression after stroke is a risk factor for a second stroke. Researchers suggested that stroke survivors with depression may be at a higher risk for a second stroke. Some background A stroke happens when the blood flow to the brain is blocked. The brain cells stop receiving oxygen and begin to die. The...
Read MoreSihogayonggolmoryeo – tang in the treatment of depression in stroke survivors
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness and safety of Sihogayonggolmoryeo – tang (SGYMT) in the treatment of depression after stroke. Researchers suggested that SGYMT might improve the outcomes of these patients. Some background Stroke is a brain condition caused by the blockage of blood flow to the brain. The brain cells...
Read MoreLooking for participants with stroke to test a new treatment for mental symptoms
In a nutshell This trial is examining the effectiveness of a new behavioral treatment for patients with stroke. The main outcome to be measured will be participant satisfaction. This study is being conducted in New York, US. The details A stroke consists of a blockage of the blood flow to the brain by a blood clot (80% of the cases). This can...
Read MoreLooking for participants with stroke to test a new nerve stimulation treatment
In a nutshell This trial is examining a new treatment involving nerve stimulation for stroke survivors with arm/hand paralysis. The main outcome to be measured will be the change in wrist movement. This study is being conducted in New York, US. The details Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the US. A common side effect of stroke is weakness...
Read MoreBrain stimulation improves posture and balance in stroke survivors
In a nutshell This study reviewed the effectiveness of brain stimulation (BS) in treating symptoms after stroke. Researchers suggested that BS is associated with improved recovery in these patients. Some background A stroke is caused by a blood cut-off to the brain. This is followed by the death of brain cells that stopped receiving oxygen. The...
Read MoreLooking for participants to test a new treatment for stroke recovery
In a nutshell This trial is examining the effectiveness of a new treatment called ischemic conditioning for the recovery of stroke survivors. The main outcome to be measured will be the change in walking speed. This trial will be conducted in Wisconsin, US. The details A stroke happens when the blood flow to the brain is cut off. The brain cells stop...
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