Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of disability, according to the American Stroke Association. "Stroke is injury to the brain from impairment of ...

A team of researchers from Skoltech, the Federal Center for Brain and Neurotechnologies (FMBA of Russia), Lomonosov Moscow State University, and other leading organizations has released a dataset that ...

After Rich McMahon suffered a serious stroke last fall, he and his family have been navigating a difficult recovery.

Imagine your brain as a bustling city with millions of interconnected highways carrying information at lightning speed. Now picture what happens when a major earthquake hits, destroying some of those ...

Antidepressant therapy may independently improve recovery from dysphagia after acute ischemic stroke through multiple ...

Some patients with a common type of stroke benefit from a clot-busting drug given between 4.5 and 24 hours after symptoms emerged, according to a new study.

Many people refer to a stroke as the brain’s equivalent of a heart attack. A stroke occurs when there’s an interruption or ...

Specialized physical therapy plays a defining role in post-stroke recovery, influencing mobility, independence and long-term quality of life. For health care leaders and clinicians, referral decisions ...

This story is part of a series on the current progression in Regenerative Medicine. This piece discusses advances in vagus nerve stimulation. In 1999, I defined regenerative medicine as the collection ...

A stroke can be a life-altering event, impacting not only physical health but also one’s overall well-being. The journey to recovery after a stroke is challenging, but with the right strategies and ...

A Houston man and former actor continues intensive stroke recovery five years after a major medical setback. Therapists at TIRR Memorial Hermann say his motivation and mindset stand out. A longtime ...

Adam Aron says emergency care in a UK National Health Service hospital has allowed him to have a sustained and full recovery ...