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Showing 1 to 20 of 22 for “"Cerebrovascular Accident"”.
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The effectiveness of acupuncture in motor function recovery during cerebrovascular accident rehabilitation
Overview of the topic: Cerebrovascular accident occurs when a rapid development of clinical signs of focal or global disturbance happens in the cerebral function, which last more than 24 hours or has the potential to death, and must be caused by its vascular origin (Hatano, 1976). As a result, a …
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To investigate the need for palliative care in cerebrovascular accident (stroke) patients at Ladysmith Provincial hospital
… "To investigate the Need for Palliative care in Cerebrovascular Accident (stroke) patients at Ladysmith Regional Hospital". The objectives of the study were: 1. To identify the holistic care needs of stroke patients. 2. To describe the care provided to stroke patients. 3. To identify the gaps in …
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Vliv virtuální reality na stabilizační funkce pacientů po cévní mozkové příhodě s neglect syndromem
… on stabilization functions of patients after cerebrovascular accident with neglect syndrome. Objectives: The objective of this thesis was to clarify whether postural stability of patients after cerebrovascular accident with neglect syndrome significantly worsen as an after-effect of virtual …
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Cerebral Laterality, Emotion, and Cardiopulmonary Functions: An Investigation of Left and Right CVA Patients
Stroke, or cerebrovascular accident (CVA), is a prominent cause of long term disability in the United States. It has been evidenced that the outcome of a CVA patient differs as a function of the cerebral hemisphere that is damaged by the stroke, especially in terms of emotional changes. The Right …
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An examination of language rehabilitation for the cerebro-vascular accident
… material to the language rehabilitation of cerebrovascular accident patients, and to examine a number of existing language rehabilitation programs in the light of recent developments.
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Computer-Based Cognitive Retraining for Individuals with Chronic Acquired Brain Injury: A Pilot Study
… ABI due to traumatic brain injury, hemorrhagic cerebrovascular accident, or ischemic cerebrovascular accident were included.</p> <p><strong>Method and Procedures:</strong> The study was conducted over a period of five months, during which participants completed a total of eight 60-minute …
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Improving stroke care with depression screening
… of stroke, transient ischemic attack, or cerebrovascular accident with a National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) of four or greater were included in post-stroke depression screening. A comparison before and after nursing education will be measured, which will include (Patient …
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Risk Factors for Acute Prostatitis after Transrectal Biopsy of the Prostate
… cleansing enema (p=0.001) and past history of cerebrovascular accident (p=0.048) were statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS: Fluoroquinolone is effective as antibiotic prophylaxis for transrectal prostate biopsy in the majority of cases. The incidence of acute prostatitis after transrectal …
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Occupational Therapy Treatments and Upper Extremity Motor and Self-Care Outcomes of Patients Post-CVA
<p>Cerebrovascular accident (or stroke) afflicts approximately 550,000 Americans per year. It is estimated that three million U.S. citizens live with the disabling effects of strokes, which can limit function in one or more of the following areas: mobility, basic activities of daily living, bowel …
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Outcomes after Apheresis in patients with underlying Heart Failure: A Propensity Matched National Cohort Analysis
… Secondary outcomes included acute kidney injury, cerebrovascular accident, major bleeding, sudden cardiac arrest, cardiogenic shock, mechanical circulatory support, mechanical ventilation, calcium abnormalities, fluid and electrolyte disturbances, coagulation abnormalities, and severe sepsis. …
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An investigation of arousal and verbal and spatial affective stimuli with cerebrovascular accidents patients
… the value of increasing arousal levels for cerebrovascular accident patients in the rehabilitative process.
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Renal and Cardiovascular Outcomes Associated with Cannabis Use in Veterans with Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease Transitioning to Dialysis
… examine the effect of cannabis use on renal and cerebrovascular outcomes as well as mortality in patients with advanced CKD. Using a nationwide cohort of US veterans with advanced CKD transitioning to dialysis, we were guided by the following aims: Aim 1) Evaluate the effect of cannabis exposure …
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The effectiveness of activities of daily living training in the stroke patient
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The use of motion-tracking games for rehabilitation of the paretic upper extremity in individuals with stroke
BACKGROUND: Every 45 seconds in the United States, someone experiences a stroke. Stroke is the leading cause of disability in the United States, which underscores the importance of access to efficacious and feasible rehabilitation treatment. Researchers have estimated that 77% of survivors …
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The Impact of Resource Availability on Patterns of Discharge to Inpatient Rehabilitation after Stroke in Ontario, Canada
Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in Canada. As patients, their families, and their friends adjust to life after stroke, organized rehabilitation can play an important role in functional recovery and improving quality of life. Best-practice recommendations suggest that …
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FRET: Validity of a Fall Risk Evaluation Tool for Individuals with Acquired Brain Injuries
<p><strong>Objective:</strong> The purpose of this study is to evaluate the predictive validity of the Fall Risk Evaluation Tool (FRET) for individuals with acquired brain injuries (ABIs).</p> <p><strong>Methods:</strong> Ten participants were included for the study. Inclusion criteria for …
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STRENGTH TRAINING AFTER STROKE: EFFECTS ON MUSCLE FUNCTION, GAIT PERFORMANCE AND PERCEIVED PARTICIPATION
The overall aim of this thesis was to evaluate the effects of strength training on muscle function, gait performance and perceived participation in subjects with chronic mild to moderate post-stroke hemiparesis. A main impairment after stroke is reduced muscle strength. This post-stroke weakness is …
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The Role of Wnt3a in Ischemic Stroke
<p>After ischemic stroke, apoptosis of neurons is a primary factor in determining outcome. Wnt3a is a naturally occurring protein that has been shown to have protective effects in the brain for traumatic brain injury. Although wnt3a has been investigated in the phenomena of neurogenesis, …
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