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Stroke Category

Yoga May Help Support A Healthy Heartbeat

Yoga May Help Support A Healthy Heartbeat

By Health News Team • Jul 13th, 2011 • Category: Heart Health, Stroke, True Health News

Individuals who practice yoga may be able to maintain a strong, healthy heartbeat, according to a recent article published by Reuters. The news provider reported that a small study conducted by researchers at the University of Kansas found that individuals who participated in yoga classes three times per week not only benefited from a healthy heartbeat, but also reported decreased levels of related nervous tension and the blues.

Moderate-Intensity Exercise may Help Older Individuals Avoid ‘Silent’ Stroke

Moderate-Intensity Exercise may Help Older Individuals Avoid ‘Silent’ Stroke

By Health News Team • Jun 14th, 2011 • Category: Muscle Pain, Stroke, True Health News

While a substantial amount of research has shown that physical activity can lower a person’s risk of stroke by reducing their blood pressure, cholesterol and weight, engaging in moderately intense exercise may be key for avoiding “silent” ischemic strokes.

Stroke Survivors may Regain Balance, Endurance With Yoga

Stroke Survivors may Regain Balance, Endurance With Yoga

By Health News Team • Jun 9th, 2011 • Category: Stroke, True Health News

Individuals who have experienced a stroke often struggle to regain their balance.

How Individuals may Help Lower Their Risk of Experiencing a Stroke

How Individuals may Help Lower Their Risk of Experiencing a Stroke

By Health News Team • May 6th, 2011 • Category: Stroke, True Health News

In light of May being Stroke Awareness Month, a recent article published in the Bellingham Herald highlighted several strategies for stroke prevention.

New Glove may Help Stroke Patients Improve Physical Function, Quality of Life

New Glove may Help Stroke Patients Improve Physical Function, Quality of Life

By Health News Team • Apr 27th, 2011 • Category: Stroke, True Health News

A new high-tech glove developed by researchers at McGill University may help stroke patients improve their physical functioning safely from the comfort of their own homes.

Video Games May Help Stroke Patients Regain Muscle Movement

Video Games May Help Stroke Patients Regain Muscle Movement

By Health News Team • Apr 8th, 2011 • Category: Stroke, True Health News

Interactive video games such as Wii or Playstation may help stroke survivors recover from lost motor function, particularly movement related to their upper arms, according to a recent study that was published in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association.

Psychological and Health Factors May Increase Stroke Victims’ Dependence

Psychological and Health Factors May Increase Stroke Victims’ Dependence

By Health News Team • Mar 16th, 2011 • Category: Stroke, True Health News

After an individual suffers from a stroke, they may develop related depression.

Female coffee drinkers may have lower risk of stroke

Female coffee drinkers may have lower risk of stroke

By Health News Team • Mar 14th, 2011 • Category: Diet, Stroke, True Health News

Women who drink one or more cups of coffee daily have shown a lower risk of stroke than those who drink less than a cup or none at all, according to a recent study that was published in the American Heart Association’s journal Stroke.

Abnormal Heartbeat in Stroke Survivors Increases Risk of Dementia

Abnormal Heartbeat in Stroke Survivors Increases Risk of Dementia

By Health News Team • Mar 9th, 2011 • Category: Heart Health, Memory Problems, Stroke, True Health News

Although the heart condition atrial fibrillation affects millions of Americans, new research that is published in the journal Neurology shows that stroke survivors who have this irregular heartbeat are more likely to develop elderly dementia than those who do not.

Family Participation Enhances Post-Stroke Exercise Therapy

Family Participation Enhances Post-Stroke Exercise Therapy

By Health News Team • Mar 8th, 2011 • Category: Stroke, True Health News

Stroke patients whose family members are involved in their physical recovery are more likely to recuperate quickly and gain a higher level of physical function than those who do not have relative assistance, according to a recent study published in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association.