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Around 85% of strokes are due to a blocked blood vessel in the brain. This type of stroke is called an ischaemic stroke, sometimes known as a clot. This guide explains the causes of ischaemic stroke…

This guide is for people who have had a stroke. It can help you to understand your stroke, and it's packed with information and ideas about recovery and rehabilitation. It explains the different…

Your leisure time is valuable, and taking part in hobbies and interests is an important part of life after stroke. You may want to return to the interests you enjoyed before, or you might want to…

Occupational therapy is an important part of your recovery and rehabilitation. It involves re-learning everyday activities to enable you to lead a full and independent life. It helps…

The physical effects of stroke are varied, and no two people will experience the same thing. After a stroke, you might have muscle weakness, fatigue, or problems like spasticity and joint pain.…

Migraine affects people of all ages. The causes of migraine and stroke are different, but if you have migraine with aura you may have a slightly increased risk of stroke. This guide explains…

There are a number of reasons why you might choose to explore the option of private treatment. It may be that the waiting list for the treatment you want is too long, or that you would like to…

Stroke can bring about physical or emotional changes that can have an impact on your relationships and sex life. For many people, it can be upsetting or embarrassing to talk about sexual issues.…

If you experience pain after stroke, you are not alone. Around 30% of stroke survivors experience it in some form. This guide aims to help you understand some of the causes of pain, including…

If your stroke has affected the part of your brain that controls movement, you may have weakness or paralysis on one side of your body or problems with moving and doing your everyday activities. You…