Exercise is a key component of the stroke recovery process. Someone can usually begin low intensity exercise — with caution, supports, or assistance — within 24 hours of experiencing a stroke.

The first six months after a stroke, sometimes referred to as the “golden period,” are crucial for recovery. And studies have found the most intensive rehabilitation should begin 60-90 days ...

A stroke survivor patient moves blocks using virtual reality. Credit: Chandramouli Krishnan and team A stroke survivor patient uses virtual reality to do hand exercises.

If you’re on a mission to live longer (and stronger!), you probably know that regular exercise plays an undeniable role in ...

The Swedish study examined data from 1,500 stroke patients and found that doing four hours of exercise a week doubled their chances of a good ... “Physical activity reprogrammes both the brain and the ...

Objective To examine the effects of strength training on patient-important outcomes of stroke recovery and to quantify the influence of the exercise prescription on treatment effects. Design ...

In therapy for stroke patients, tongue exercises are commonly incorporated, with a specific emphasis on enhancing overall tongue strength. About Careers Internship MedBlog Contact us English (US) ...

The Gardner Neuroscience Institute, supported by a $660,000 NIH grant, is launching a trial to test an at-home tongue endurance exercise aimed at improving swallowing function in stroke survivors.