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Cerebrovascular accident

Current topics:

• - Diabetes and stroke - anyone?
  I was 50 going on 51 when I had my first stroke. I have type 2 diabetes and the doctor said I have vascula stroke.
• - Was your stroke caused by an auto-immune disorder?
  May I please ask if one of these disorders caused your stroke?  
• - Lower limb (foot, ankle, knee, hip) orthoses (orthotics)
  After a stroke, ambulation (walking), balance, and stability may be impaired or difficult to achieve. To improve these functions, many individuals will utilize lower limb orthoses.  Depending on the

Current topics:

• - Does anyone have experience with stem cell treatment post stroke?
  Has Anybody Worked With National Stem Cell Institute  for Regenerative Therapy Following Stroke??
• - Anyone use CBD or marijuana to aid in stroke prevention and recovery: stroke paralysis, brain damage, symptoms
  Hi members, There are some recent research that has shown a relationship between certain cannabinoids, like CBD, and mitigation of brain damage and neurological impairment. Research also has shown th
• - Share and discuss rehab / therapy plan post stroke
  Hello everyone, After your stroke, what was your rehabilitation plan like? What did it consist of... Occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, psychological therapy (counseling, etc.),

Current topics:

• - Difficulties with strokes and diabetes -
  My feet always hurt and burn from diabetes, my balance is off because of my many strokes. Yes I had more then one,I had 3 big ones at my work. They thought I was drunk.
• - Mood and Personality Changes after a stroke ... anyone?
  Hi everyone... I am posting this discussion on behalf of member @KnittingIsFun‍. Please comment and share advice and experiences with her and welcome her to the community. @KnittingIsFun‍ says,
• - Did you experience the FAST warning signs prior to your stroke?
  When a stroke happens, treatment is needed immediately to lower the possibility of permanent brain damage or death.  Althought other signs and symptoms may be present, common warning signs of a stro

Current topics:

• - Chronic Fatigue
  Any solutions or partial solutions to combat this?
• - What is your diet like?
  Hi everyone. Diet is a very important component in preventing, coping with, and recovering from disorders of cardiovascular system, such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, heart attacks,
• - Anyone have experience with high resting heart rate and abnormal stress test?
  Hello, cardiologist found high resting heart rate at night and called said my stress test was abnormal...Anyone else have this and what procedures did u have?

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• - BOTOX Botulinum toxin injections
  Hello, We are launching a new survey about patients' experience with Botulinum toxin A injections. Have you used them to treat your spasticity? What is your experience with this treatment? Don't hesit