Understanding Stroke
Overview
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What is a stroke?
The parts of your brain
Causes and types of stroke
Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs): 'Mini-strokes'
Risks and prevention
Signs and symptoms: Call 911
Treatment
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Emergency Department
Medicines
Medicine dos and don'ts
Tests
Procedures
Rehabilitation and recovery
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Goal of rehabilitation
After your hospital stay
Rehabilitation options
Role of family and friends (care circle)
Tips for reducing stress
Progressive muscle relaxation
Nutrition
Your exercise program
What happens when you smoke
Effects of stroke
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Everyday activities
Physical changes
Effects of left-sided stroke
Effects of right-sided stroke
Changes to mental and emotional health
Posterior stroke
Brainstem stroke
Multiple stroke
For the care circle members
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What to consider about visitors
Just for the caregiver
Preparing to care for your loved one
Taking care of yourself
How aphasia affects your loved one's speech and understanding
Tips to help you and your loved one communicate
Sexual behavior and sexual activity
Reducing brain over-stimulation
Resources
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The parts of your brain
Related resources
Causes and types of strokes
Cardiovascular disease
Neurology
Source:
Allina Health Patient Education
,
Understanding Stroke
, fifth edition, neuro-ahc-90662
Reviewed By:
Allina Health Patient Education experts
First Published:
02/01/2006
Last Reviewed:
05/01/2018