Unusual Stroke Symptoms: What Older Adults Need to Know

Identifying stroke symptoms: a senior African American man has a headache

Most of us are familiar with the common symptoms of stroke, such as sudden numbness, confusion, or difficulty speaking. But do you know that strokes can also present in less obvious ways? A stroke, sometimes referred to as a “brain attack,” occurs when — at least in the case of ischemic strokes — blood flow to an […]

The Value of Therapeutic Exercise for Stroke Patients

Exercise for Stroke patients: Senior man has visit at physical therapist

Recovering from a stroke can be a challenging journey, but with the right approach, significant progress is possible. Understanding the value of exercise for stroke patients can help. Strokes, affecting nearly 800,000 people in the U.S. annually, can lead to physical and cognitive impairments. However, with early intervention and targeted exercises, many stroke survivors can […]