Stroke Posts

Constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) is a therapeutic approach commonly used for both pediatric and adult patients who have experienced a stroke. In the context of pediatric stroke patients, CIMT aims to improve motor function and mobility in …

Having a child who has suffered a stroke can be a very challenging and emotionally draining experience for families. The journey to recovery can be long and difficult, and having support from others who have gone through a similar experience can be …

A seizure is a sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain that can cause a variety of symptoms. A seizure can have many different symptoms including convulsions, muscle contractions, partial paralysis, confusion, staring off into space…

The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation (TAAF) is a non-profit organization that aims to provide support, education, and resources to individuals and families affected by aneurysms and AVMs (arteriovenous malformations). The foundation's mission is …

Service animals can play an important role in assisting children who have had a stroke. Ischemic stroke is caused by a blockage in a blood vessel that supplies blood to the brain. Hemorrhagic stroke is caused by a break in a bloo…