What you must know about strokes : how to recover from a stroke and prevent another stroke
by Towfighi, Amytis (Author), Stevens, Laura J., 1945- (Author)
Summary
"No one is ever prepared for a stroke. It just happens, and when it does, the results can be life altering. From difficulties with communication to weakness, numbness, and cognitive difficulties, a stroke can have a wide range of consequences. For most people affected by a stroke, a flood of questio... Full description
- Introduction
- What is a stroke?
- Who is at risk?
- What to expect in the hospital
- Stroke rehabilitation
- Occupational therapy
- Physical therapy
- Speech therapy
- Complementary therapies
- Managing risk factors
- Nutrients that protect
- Foods to avoid
- Foods to eat
- Following the anti-stroke diet
- Dealing with the stroke effects you cannot see
- Living successfully after a stroke.