Therapy options: Stroke recovery treatment and timeline

The physical and cognitive limitations a person may face after a stroke can vary widely, which makes the recovery timeline variable. Just about any bodily system can be affected…

Types of stroke: Hemorrhagic vs. Ischemic

There are two types of stroke, both of which injure neurons in the brain. A hemorrhagic stroke is caused by a rupture in the artery. An ischemic stroke is…

Stroke and women: Know the signs

Stroke is common – affecting nearly 800,000 people in the United States annually. Stroke happens when the blood flow to part of the brain is blocked, or when a…

Stroke patients count on rapid, coordinated care

Every minute is critical to minimize the long-term effects of a stroke. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and the number one cause of serious, long-term disability.…

Highs and lows: One patient’s path to stroke recovery

“A stroke is like a roller coaster,” said Michele Gorke of Marshfield. “There are highs and crushing lows.” Her husband, Dennis, had a stroke on Nov. 24, 2014. Michele…

Speech recovery after stroke focuses on function

Sudden difficulty speaking, including slurred speech or use of garbled words, is a sign of a possible stroke. Speech problems can continue for extended periods of time after a…

BE FAST: Stroke warning signs

Time is everything when someone you love is having a stroke, which is why it is important you know the stroke warning signs. Some use the BE FAST acronym…

From turmoil to triumph: A Port Edwards teen’s journey after having a stroke

December is a time for many to get ready for the holidays and children looking forward to a couple weeks off of school. However, for 12-year-old Jena Zabel of…

High blood pressure, hypertension can cause stroke

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is bad for your health in many ways, and one particularly serious consequence is it can cause an increased risk of stroke. In addition…

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