Stroke

Face droop, Arm weakness, Speech trouble - if you see any, it's Time to call emergency services.

A TIA means high risk of a full stroke soon - seek emergency care even if symptoms have gone.

Controlling blood pressure is one of the biggest levers for preventing another stroke.

Quitting smoking meaningfully lowers stroke risk - one of the clearest modifiable factors.

Aerobic exercise supports cardiovascular health and recovery after stroke, guided by your team.

The weak shoulder is easily injured - support it and never pull on the arm during transfers.

Spasticity is increased muscle tone from the injury; positioning, stretching, and sometimes medication help.

Frequent, safe practice - with aids if needed - rebuilds walking better than occasional big efforts.

The weak arm improves with lots of real, purposeful practice - not rest alone.

A steady beat gives movement a tempo, which can support walking and rehab engagement.

Watching the mirrored strong hand appear to move can help activate control of the weaker hand.

FES sends small pulses that make weak muscles contract - useful for lifting the foot in gait.

Robotics can deliver a high volume of assisted repetition as an add-on to hands-on therapy.

Task-specific practice with enough repetition beats any single 'named' method.

Using both hands together on real tasks can support functional arm recovery.

Motor imagery activates similar brain areas and can complement physical practice.

VR can turn high-repetition practice into something more motivating, as an add-on to therapy.

A mix of stretching, good positioning and, if needed, medication helps keep spastic muscles manageable.