Research across Stroke
Related studies from across the Stroke family.
Elevated Serum Lipoprotein(a) Levels Associated with Increased Odds of Hemorrhagic Stroke
Higher Lipoprotein(a) levels linked to increased risk of hemorrhagic stroke
This meta-analysis of 526,909 adults evaluated the relationship between serum Lipoprotein(a) and stroke risk. Case-control studies showed an…
A large analysis of over 500,000 people suggests that higher levels of a specific protein may be linked to an increased risk of hemorrhagic …
Heart failure doubles mortality risk in ischemic stroke patients undergoing mechanical thrombectomy
Heart Failure Linked to Higher Mortality After Ischemic Stroke
This meta-analysis of 3587 patients found that those with heart failure (HF) undergoing mechanical thrombectomy had a higher mortality rate …
Patients with heart failure may face higher mortality and fewer positive outcomes after a stroke, even when initial treatment success is sim…
Sarcopenia is associated with significantly higher risk of poor functional prognosis in stroke patients
Sarcopenia Linked to Poorer Outcomes in Stroke Patients
This meta-analysis of 36 cohort studies indicates that sarcopenia is associated with a notably elevated risk of poor global functional progn…
Muscle loss after a stroke is linked to lower motor and cognitive scores, making it a key factor in recovery and long-term patient outcomes.
Dry needling significantly reduces upper and lower limb spasticity in patients with post-stroke conditions
Dry Needling Shows Promise for Reducing Post-Stroke Muscle Stiffness
This meta-analysis of 276 adults with post-stroke spasticity found that dry needling significantly reduces overall spasticity (MD = -0.65). …
Dry needling may help reduce muscle stiffness in the arms and legs of adults who have experienced a stroke.
Logistic prognostic model predicts institutional residence following acute ischaemic stroke
New model predicts where stroke survivors will live after injury
Researchers evaluated a multi-variable prognostic model to predict whether patients with acute ischaemic stroke would require institutional …
A new prediction tool helps doctors estimate if a stroke survivor will need a nursing home or stay at home after six months.
Combined rTMS and mirror therapy significantly improves upper limb function in patients with stroke
Combined magnetic stimulation and mirror therapy improve stroke recovery
This meta-analysis of 402 patients found that combined repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) and mirror therapy (MT) significa…
Combining magnetic brain stimulation with mirror therapy may help stroke patients regain strength and movement in their arms and hands.
Endovascular thrombectomy for medium vessel occlusion stroke shows favorable outcomes in observational studies
Endovascular Thrombectomy Shows Potential for Medium Vessel Occlusion Stroke
This systematic review of 42 studies, including 4 RCTs and 38 cohort studies, evaluates endovascular thrombectomy for medium vessel occlusio…
Endovascular thrombectomy may help patients with medium vessel occlusion strokes achieve better functional independence and successful vesse…
Warm needle moxibustion combined with rehabilitation improves Fugl-Meyer Assessment scores in post-stroke hemiplegia
Specific acupuncture techniques may improve recovery after a stroke
This systematic review and network meta-analysis of 71 RCTs involving 6,121 patients evaluated various acupuncture techniques combined with …
Different types of acupuncture combined with rehabilitation may help patients regain movement and daily function after a stroke.
BCI-Robot Tops Ranking for Upper-Limb Recovery After Stroke
Brain-computer interface robots show promise for stroke recovery
BCI-robot rehabilitation ranked highest for upper-limb recovery after stroke, but its edge over robot therapy alone was small.
A new analysis shows that combining brain-computer interfaces with robotic therapy can improve arm movement more than traditional stroke reh…
Transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation shows potential for depression, epilepsy, migraine, and post-stroke rehabilitation
Vagus Nerve Stimulation Shows Potential for Depression and Migraine
This narrative review of 72 articles explores the mechanism and therapeutic potential of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (t…
A new method of nerve stimulation may offer potential benefits for managing conditions like migraine, epilepsy, and depression.
Botulinum toxin type A improves passive stretch-evoked activity and CMAP in post-stroke spasticity
Botulinum toxin helps muscle control after a stroke
This meta-analysis of 760 patients with post-stroke spasticity indicates that Botulinum toxin type A significantly improves passive stretch-…
New research shows how botulinum toxin injections can improve muscle activity and motor control for people living with post-stroke stiffness…
Multidisciplinary neurorehabilitation and emerging technologies offer potential for personalized stroke recovery in elderly populations
New Technologies and Therapies Help Stroke Survivors Recover Function
This narrative review explores neurorehabilitation for stroke survivors, focusing on neural plasticity and glial cell function. It highlight…
Emerging technologies like virtual reality and robotics are being explored to help stroke survivors regain motor skills and improve their qu…