Study Identifies Hidden Micro-Clots That May Hinder Stroke Recovery
New research suggests persistent micro-clots are why some stroke patients experience poor recovery even after the primary clot is removed.
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Stroke Recovery: Arizona Man Shares Physical Therapy Journey
Almost two years later, a 51-year-old man is still attending physical therapy sessions for stroke recovery.
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Artificial Sweetener Linked to Higher Stroke Risk
New research showed that a popular artificial sweetener is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
Flu Vaccine Lowers Risk of Stroke
Researchers say the flu vaccine lowers the risk of stroke among adults even if they are not at high risk for stroke.
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In Young People, Moderate to Heavy Drinking May Be Linked to Higher Risk of Stroke
People in their 20s and 30s who drink moderate to heavy amounts of alcohol may be more likely to have a stroke as young adults, a study notes.
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NYU Researchers Partner with FDA to Identify Biomarkers for Stroke Rehabilitation
A collaboration between engineering, clinical, and regulatory sectors will bring biomarker data to bear on stroke rehabilitation technology.
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Nanoparticles Could Improve Stroke Recovery This Way
Brain stimulation combined with a nose spray containing nanoparticles can improve recovery after ischemic stroke in an animal model.
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How is Air Pollution Linked to Stroke Trajectory?
A new study looks at the role of air pollution on the trajectory of stroke, including cardiovascular events after first stroke and death.
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XRHealth Adds NeuroReality Cognitive Training to Virtual Clinics
XRHealth announces the addition of NeuroReality’s cognitive training, an immersive experience called Koji’s Quest, to their virtual clinics.
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Is Your Blood Type Linked to Your Risk of Stroke Before Age 60?
Gene variants associated with a person’s blood type may be linked to their risk of early stroke, according to a study published in Neurology.
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NYU Langone Certified as Integrated Comprehensive Stroke Center
For reportedly the first time, NYU Langone has been certified as an integrated Comprehensive Stroke Center by The Joint Commission.
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Smartphone Video Motion Analysis Detected Narrow Neck Arteries That May Lead to Stroke
Motion analysis of video recorded on a smartphone accurately detected narrowed arteries in the neck, which are a risk factor for stroke.
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Brain-Robot Therapy Reroutes Motor Pathway in Stroke Patients
Controlling a robotic hand via thoughts may reroute the motor pathway around areas that have been damaged from stroke.
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Fast-Acting Immune Cells Provide Powerful Protection Against Stroke
A unique subset of white blood cells confers fast-acting and lasting protection against ischemic stroke in mice, researchers report.
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Covid-19 Increases Stroke Risk in Younger Patients and Results in Poorer Outcomes, Study Suggests
People with COVID-19 are more than 2.5 times more likely to have an unfavorable outcome and face a difficult recovery post-stroke.
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More Stroke Patients Could Experience Benefits from Thrombectomy, Studies Suggest
Thrombectomy, a procedure to treat large vessel occlusions, achieves positive outcomes for individuals experiencing other types of strokes.
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Artificial Intelligence Can Improve Stroke Diagnostics, Expanding Access to Lifesaving Stroke Care
Artificial intelligence can ID when a patient is having a stroke caused by emergent LVO, making them a candidate for endovascular therapy.
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Women with Endometriosis May Have Higher Risk of Stroke
Women with endometriosis may have a higher risk of stroke compared to women without it, according to new research published in Stroke.
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