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The Use of Botox after a Stroke: Benefits and Applications
Understanding Botox Botox is a purified protein derived from natural sources that gently blocks certain nerve signals, making it effective for...
Claw Toe: Effective Strategies for Management and Treatment of Related Toe Conditions
What Is Claw Toe and How Does It Affect Stroke and TBI Survivors? Claw Toe is a condition where the toes curl in a claw-like shape, often...
The Importance of Salience in Stroke Recovery
Introduction Stroke affects the brain's ability to send signals to the body, but neuroplasticity can help recover lost abilities. Focusing on...
Unlocking Cortical Plasticity
Unlocking the Power of Cortical Plasticity Introduction Cortical plasticity and neuroplasticity are terms that are often used to mean the same...
Navigating Left Neglect
Hemispatial neglect, also known as left neglect, can occur following a stroke or traumatic brain injury (TBI). Typically, the right side of the...
Exploring Aphasia: A Comparative Guide to the Three Main Types of Aphasia
Introduction Aphasia is a condition that affects a person’s ability to communicate. It can impact a person's speech, their ability to...
Importance of Passive Range of Motion (PROM) Exercises for Stroke Survivors
A person's flexibility and ability to move their joints are key to their physical well-being (1). "Range of motion" refers to how far a joint...
Understanding and Managing Muscle Atrophy after Stroke
Introduction - Does Stroke Cause Muscle Atrophy? When a stroke occurs in a person, it can damage the brain and may trigger a series of events...