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Effects of stroke which may make balancing and regaining mobility difficult.

Here are some of the effects of stroke which may make balancing and regaining mobility difficult. Muscular Physiological Psychological Loss of muscle control – muscles are required to move the body around and keep balance. Weak muscles – muscles need … Continue reading →

Found in Topic: Physical deficits

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Sitting balance

In the early stages following a stroke, being able to sit up without support may be difficult. However it is important to get somebody up and out of bed as soon as is medically possible. The therapist will provide the most … Continue reading →

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Balance and mobility

Balance is the bodies’ automatic ability to stop us from falling over during tasks e.g. stepping; reaching etc. It is a key requirement for being able to move and walk.  After a stroke balance can be affected and may take time … Continue reading →

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Other things which may affect memory

View Text Alternative Mental training There is some evidence that mental training may improve alertness and attention. Give the brain a work out by doing simple mental tasks, mental arithmetic, crosswords, sudoku puzzles. Listening to music may also be beneficial … Continue reading →

Found in Topic: Memory strategies

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