In a nutshell This study reviewed different rehabilitation programs for stroke survivors. Researchers suggested that aerobic programs (AP) are associated with improved outcomes for these patients. Some background A cut-off of blood flow to the brain causes a stroke. Brain cells stop receiving oxygen and begin to die. The abilities controlled by these...
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In a nutshell This study investigated whether the Italian adaptative physical activity program (APA) for stroke survivors is feasible in the United States. Researchers suggested that this program improves the outcomes of survivors and is feasible in the United states. Some background Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability in the US. A...
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In a nutshell This study investigated factors associated with disability after a minor stroke. Researchers suggested that complications after a first minor stroke are strongly associated with disability or even a second stroke. Some background A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is cut-off by a blood clot. As oxygen does not reach brain...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of exergames (EG) in the treatment of movement symptoms in patients with stroke. Researchers suggested that EG is a safe option to treat disability in stroke survivors. Some background Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. As the population of the world is aging,...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (RTMS) combined with fluoxetine (Prozac; an antidepressant drug) improves treatment of patients with stroke. Researchers suggested that this combined treatment improves treatment outcomes. Some background Stroke is the main cause of long-term disability...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the relationship between smoking and the risk of a second cardiovascular event (CVE). Researchers suggested that after a first CVE, smoking cessation (SC; quit smoking) lowers the risk of a second CVE. Some background Cardiovascular events (CVEs) include stroke, heart attack or death due to damage to the...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated if the amount of rehabilitation is related to physical gains in elderly patients with stroke. Researchers suggested that a longer rehabilitation time per week was associated with increased physical capacity. Some background A stroke occurs when blood flow is cut off to an area of the brain. When this happens brain...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the occurrence of urinary symptoms (US) in male patients with stroke. Researchers suggested that the US rate in these patients is high. Some background A stroke is a sudden death of brain cells due to lack of oxygen. This is caused by blockage of blood flow or break of an artery to the brain. The abilities...
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In a nutshell This study investigated whether the use of cilostazol (Pletal) treatment is safe for long-term use in patients with stroke. Researchers suggested that this treatment is safe and appropriate for long-term treatment. Some background A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that deliveries blood to the brain is blocked. The abilities controlled...
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In a nutshell This study compared the effectiveness of ultrasound and radial extracorporeal shock wave therapy (RESWT) in the treatment of foot symptoms in patients with stroke. Researchers suggested that both treatments similarly improved these symptoms. Some background Spasticity is a common symptom in patients with stroke. It is seen in up...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This trial is examining the effectiveness of plantar flexion training (PFT) in patients with stroke and impaired foot movement. The main outcome to be measured will be step length and muscle activity. This study is being conducted in Texas, US. The details A stroke consists of the death of brain cells due to lack of oxygen. This is...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of a shoulder robot to treat arm disability in patients with stroke. Researchers suggested that this robot improved shoulder pain and disability in these patients. Some background Shoulder pain is a serious complication after stroke. Around 30% of patients with stroke experience shoulder...
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