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Rehabilitation Technology Benefits Stroke Patients

Fri, 05/31/2013 - 8:53am | Stacey Kinter

Rehabilitation TechnologyStroke patients can benefit from the latest technology, whether it is a robotic device called AlterG (formerly Tibion) that strengthens the legs, or vision therapy using LCD glasses to improve visual motor skills. Read more »

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A Win for Medicare Beneficiaries: Maintenance Therapy Cannot Be Denied

Mon, 04/08/2013 - 11:41am | Frank Hyland

Physical TherapyIt’s not a secret that skilled therapy, under the guidance of a licensed therapist, is helpful to maintain function, increase strength and prevent regression/deterioration. Yet for decades, Medicare beneficiaries have been denied care based upon their condition being deemed “unlikely to improve.”
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Do You Have Rhythm?

Thu, 08/30/2012 - 11:51am | Kelly Raub, MA,...

Did you know that having rhythm means more than singing well, dancing beautifully or being able to hit a homerun or catch a touchdown pass? Read more »

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Visual Deficits and Treatment Following a Stroke

Wed, 04/18/2012 - 1:32pm | Dr. Jeffrey Becker

People recovering from a cerebral vascular accident (CVA), commonly known as stroke, no longer have to be saddled with visual deficits. There are new and progressive treatments to help make their lives better as well as the lives of their spouse or caregiver. 

People who have had strokes can suffer many visual problems. These problems include: Read more »

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Speech Therapy: Addressing Difficulties Following a Stroke

Wed, 03/07/2012 - 3:40pm | Denise Stryker,...
By Denise Stryker, MA, CCC-SLP/L, Speech Language Pathologist and Sherri Repsher, MS, CCC-SLP/L, Speech Language Pathologist, Clinical Supervisor
 
One of the most frustrating aspects of suffering a stroke is recovering the ability to communicate.
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AlterG Bionic Leg (formerly Tibion Bionic Leg) Gives Patients a Second Chance at Independence

Thu, 02/02/2012 - 11:07am | Sue Golden

Do you have weakness in one leg and have trouble walking? Whether you suffer from multiple sclerosis, arthritis, an orthopedic condition or have suffered a stroke, the AlterG Bionic Leg (formerly Tibion Bionic Leg) can provide a second chance to help regain your strength and the ability to walk. Read more »

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Driving After a Stroke

Mon, 11/07/2011 - 12:02pm | Colette Heffernan

Driving a car is not only convenient, and a majority of the time necessary, but it also provides a feeling of independence. For many individuals who have suffered a life-changing event, such as a stroke, that feeling of independence is important.
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"Your Eyes are Your Window to the World:" Vision Therapy

Fri, 09/09/2011 - 3:10pm | Dr. Jeffrey Becker

We have all heard someone say, “Your eyes are your window to the world,” and it’s true. From birth through our elder years, 80 percent of what we learn is through the visual system, so, it’s very important to have good visual abilities.   Read more »

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How Do I Prevent a Second (or Third) Stroke?

Fri, 05/20/2011 - 2:54pm | Jerry Werner

Every year, about 795,000 people experience a stroke. Of these, approximately 185,000 are recurrent strokes, meaning that they are experienced by individuals who have previously had one or more strokes.

If you’ve already had a stroke, you’re at greater risk to have another. Thankfully, there are steps you can take to prevent a recurrent stroke. Read more »