Stroke survivors unaware of therapy options for spastic muscles, survey finds
By
Tim Mullaney
Nov 08, 2013
Many stroke survivors don’t know about the therapy options that can address spastic muscles, which is a common and often disabling condition, according to a recent survey.
Study: Atrial fibrillation associated with higher risk of dementia
Aug 10, 2011
Atrial fibrillation, the most common source of irregular heartbeat, is linked to an increased risk of dementia, researchers from Group Health Research Institute found. In looking only at study participants...
Avoid antipsychotic use to lessen stroke risk in Alzheimer’s patients: study
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 29, 2021
The increased odds of experiencing a stroke within 60 days of starting treatment suggests that even short-term antipsychotic use should be avoided if possible, investigators contend.
Bedside device accurately determines if extremely dizzy people are having a stroke, researchers find
By
McKnight's Staff
Mar 08, 2013
A bedside device that measures eye movements could become a standard way of determining if extreme dizziness is being caused by a stroke, researchers say.
Sitting tai chi program benefits subacute stroke survivors
Apr 07, 2022
Tailored sitting tai chi program in the subacute phase can improve recovery outcomes in stroke survivors
Eye test more accurate than MRI in diagnosing stroke, study suggests
Sep 23, 2009
A one-minute eye-movement exam could be more effective than an MRI when it comes to differentiating between a stroke and other, less serious disorders among individuals experiencing dizziness and nausea,...
U.S. lifespan on the rise while cardiovascular issues decline, long-term study finds
Apr 20, 2022
Better healthcare access and preventive measures have contributed to continued improvements in life expectancy and cardiovascular outcomes since the 1960s, investigators say.
Early tracheostomy no aid for severe stroke outcomes
May 11, 2022
Findings for six-month functional outcomes among patients with severe stroke receiving mechanical ventilation
ACS: Patients can be evaluated for stroke and trauma with STRAUMA Alert
Nov 03, 2021
While the approach adds a few minutes for time to CT, there was no impact on start of treatment
Sojourn takes top Dignity Award in 2012 McKnight’s Technology Awards
By
McKnight's Staff
Oct 02, 2012
Sojourn Senior Living, based in Illinois, combined a driving simulator and joystick that allowed a resident to operate a motorized wheelchair.