A feasibility study for a randomised controlled trial of transcutaneous posterior tibial nerve stimulation to alleviate stroke-related urinary incontinence
Can electrical stimulation of the leg alleviate bladder problems caused by stroke?
A pilot study for developing and evaluating a care pathway for cognitive problems after stroke
A pilot study for developing and evaluating a care pathway for cognitive problems after stroke
After stroke, some speak in a way which is jumbled up: Is there a way to help them un-jumble their words?
Exploring the causes of ‘jargon speech’ through electrophysiology and using it to help stroke survivors that deal with it.
AMRC's Making a difference: Impact report 2017
Monday 3 July 2017
The Stroke Association is a member of the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC), which is the national membership organisation of leading medical and health research charities in the UK. Published today, the AMRC's 'Making a difference: Impact report 2017' highlights how the research of its member charities makes a difference.
An initial evaluation of a new therapy programme which aims to improve arm function after stroke
This project aims to develop and test a repetitive functional task practice (RFTP) therapy programme. Research physiotherapists will develop the programme in conjunction with stroke unit staff and patients.
Benefits and financial help after a stroke
Many people find that their financial situation changes after they have a stroke. This guide describes the main benefits, financial support and grants that are available from the government, local council and employers.
Brain bleeds in patients on medication for atrial fibrillation - new study
Wednesday 19 April 2017
Published online first in the journal Neurology, a new study suggests that people with AF who have an ICH due to their medication have similar outcomes whether they're on a NOAC or a vitamin K antagonist drug.
Bridging the damaged brain to recover arm and hand movement
Monday 19 May 2014
Funded by the Wellcome Trust, researchers at Newcastle University have shown that, in monkeys, it is possible to restore hand and arm movement lost through brain damage.
Can a drug used for depression help stroke recovery by changing connections between brain cells?
In stroke survivors, does the clinical effectiveness of 6 months treatment with fluoxetine depend upon its effects on synaptic plasticity in the brain? Can a drug used for depression help stroke recovery by changing connections between brain cells?
Can a filter device protect the brain during stenting in the chest and reduce risk of stroke and brain injury?
Disease of the chest portion of the largest artery in the body (the aorta), is known as thoracic aortic disease (TAD). The number of people experiencing TAD is increasing. This study is investigating how to make thoracic endovascular aortic stenting (TEVAR), the preferred method of treating TAD, safer by using extra protection devices.