There are about 15 million people affected by a stroke each year in the world. About 5 million die and 5 million are left with a permanent disability. For the survivors, it is very difficult to return ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - After a stroke, the earlier the better when it comes to rehab: research has shown the sooner a patient is able to begin the recovery process, their chances improve for regaining ...

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DAVIS (CBS13) — It's digital medicine that's helping stroke survivors make real progress. A Davis company is making games that turn grueling physical therapy into something people can enjoy, all ...

RALEIGH – Researchers have created a virtual reality clinic to make it easier for stroke survivors to attend their physical and occupational therapy sessions. Results from a proof-of-concept study ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Virtual reality games that challenge balance may speed recovery after a stroke, a new study suggests. The exercises appear to be a relatively inexpensive way to improve ...

Virtual reality games may help patients recover after a stroke. The results of a new study show these games can improve the patient's arm strength. Patients were more likely to improve their arm ...

That sums up what I've learned from the decade-long experience of being the daughter of multiple strokes and heart attacks survivor. Early on, there were days and even weeks where I would often forget ...

A mini-stroke might seem like a close call that passes quickly, but what happens next often catches patients completely off guard. While medical professionals focus on preventing future strokes, they ...