New research in mice has identified specific brain cells that drive recovery after stroke, offering a biological explanation ...

A clinical trial led by University of Auckland researchers found that high-intensity therapy for patients begun within two ...

Physical rehabilitation and symptom management still remain the mainstay of treatment for stroke, as clot removal or dissolution is effective only within a narrow time frame after the stroke. After ...

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 ...

A new study finds that Prozac can significantly improve recovery from stroke— the number one cause of adult disability and the third leading cause of death in the U.S. The randomized controlled trial ...

For many stroke survivors, recovery is derailed by painful muscle stiffness and involuntary spasms that limit movement, independence, and quality of life. Often viewed as an unavoidable consequence of ...

Question: How can occupational therapy help me or my loved one regain independence after a stroke? Answer: Occupational therapy (OT) is all about getting you back to doing the things that matter ...