Pain after stroke
Type: Stroke information
Around 30% of survivors experience pain after stroke. Post-stroke pain includes muscle and joint pain such as spasticity and shoulder pain. Learn about the causes and treatments.
Can we treat common causes of shoulder pain after stroke?
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This study will identify ‘who’, ‘when’ and ‘how’ to treat people with painful shoulders after stroke more effectively, and should lead to better outcomes for them.
Physical effects of stroke
Type: Stroke information
Information about the physical effects of stroke, such as swallowing difficulties, continence problems, pain and headaches.
Ischaemic stroke
Type: Stroke information
An ischaemic stroke happens when a blood clot, or other blockage, cuts off the blood supply to your brain. This is the most common type of stroke.