[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” pix_padding_top=”pix-top-no-padding” pix_padding_bottom=”pix-bottom-no-padding” gradient_colors=”%5B%7B%7D%5D” el_class=”cont-overflow-none display-inline-block position-initial”][vc_column][vc_row_inner gradient_colors=”%5B%7B%7D%5D”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text el_class=”simple-text-bg-gray”]Heart attacks and cerebrovascular accidents (strokes<\/strong>) mainly occur due to blood flow obstructions<\/strong> that prevent blood from reaching the heart or brain.<\/span><\/p>\n

The most important causes of heart disease and stroke are an unhealthy diet, lack of physical activity, tobacco use, and harmful use of alcohol.<\/span><\/p>\n

Symptoms<\/h2>\n

The most common <\/span>symptom<\/b> of stroke is loss of muscle strength in the arms, legs, or face, usually on one side.<\/span> Other symptoms consist of:<\/span><\/p>\n

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• Numbness in the face, legs, or arms, usually one-sided<\/span><\/li>\n
• Confusion<\/span><\/li>\n
• Difficulty speaking or understanding what is being said<\/span><\/li>\n
• Visual problems in one or both eyes<\/span><\/li>\n
• Difficulty walking<\/span><\/li>\n
• Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n
• Loss of balance or coordination<\/span><\/li>\n
• Severe headache of unknown cause<\/span><\/li>\n
• Weakness or loss of consciousness<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  The central nervous system has the ability to respond to brain injury.<\/span> In a stroke (brain infarction or hemorrhage) thousands of neurons that had a specific bodily function such as moving the arm or leg, language, swallowing, etc. are injured.<\/span> Unfortunately, those lost neurons cannot be recovered, however, the nervous system has <\/span>neuroplasticity<\/b>.<\/span> The remaining neurons <\/span>learn new functions<\/b> and allow the body to regain function.<\/span> It is a relearning process, and just as you learned to walk, ride a bike, or write, repetitive activities are required to perfect motor control.<\/span><\/p>\n

  Rehabilitation and recovery<\/strong><\/h2>\n

  A good rehabilitation program includes motor retraining based on the performance of specific daily life tasks.<\/span> Physical rehabilitation is the <\/span>cornerstone<\/b> for the gradual recovery of patients after a stroke.<\/span><\/p>\n

  After having suffered a stroke or cerebrovascular disease (CVD), a percentage of <\/span>spontaneous recovery<\/b> is expected.<\/span> Within the <\/span>first three months<\/b> this recovery is obtained quickly and lasts up to six months.<\/span> After this period, motor recovery continues but is slower.<\/span> Being in a rehabilitation program stimulates the reorganization and relearning of daily life activities until the maximum recovery potential is achieved.<\/span> Every patient who has suffered a stroke must be receiving physical therapy, so it is important to be in constant communication with your doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n

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