Network meta-analysis reviews acupuncture for post-stroke spasticity
Acupuncture improves arm function after stroke, review finds
This is a systematic review and exploratory network meta-analysis of acupuncture for post-stroke spasticity. The authors synthesized evidenc…
Acupuncture may help stroke survivors regain arm movement, according to a large analysis of 3,383 patients.
Narrative review evaluates muscle energy techniques for post-stroke spasticity management
Gentle Hands-On Therapy Eases Arm Stiffness After Stroke
This review examines muscle energy techniques for post-stroke spasticity in persons with stroke, though evidence strength is limited.
A gentle hands-on therapy called muscle energy techniques may reduce arm stiffness and improve movement after stroke, but it requires active…
Umbrella review finds limited evidence for shock wave therapy in post-stroke spasticity
Shock Wave Therapy Eases Stroke-Related Muscle Stiffness
This meta-analysis umbrella review synthesizes evidence on extracorporeal shock wave therapy for post-stroke spasticity.
This non-invasive treatment may help stroke patients move more freely and with less pain.
Governor Vessel moxibustion combined with rehabilitation training may alleviate poststroke muscle spasticity
Can an ancient heat therapy help loosen tight muscles after a stroke?
A meta-analysis of 11 RCTs in 859 poststroke spasticity patients found Governor Vessel moxibustion combined with routine rehabilitation trai…
Adding ancient heat therapy to standard rehab reduced muscle stiffness after stroke, though experts warn more research is needed before it b…
Research across Stroke
Related studies from across the Stroke family.
Network meta-analysis protocol plans to evaluate brain-computer interface feedback modes for post-stroke upper-limb motor impairment
New Plan to Compare Brain Computer Interfaces for Stroke Recovery
This is a protocol for a systematic review and network meta-analysis regarding brain-computer interface (BCI) training for post-stroke upper…
A new research plan aims to compare different brain computer interface feedback methods to help patients regain arm movement after a stroke.
Evolocumab plus statin protocol targets early neurological deterioration in acute ischemic stroke
New trial plans to test evolocumab for acute ischemic stroke
This randomized controlled trial protocol describes a study of 416 patients with acute ischemic stroke attributable to symptomatic intracran…
A new clinical trial aims to see if adding the drug evolocumab to standard statin treatment helps patients after a stroke.
Tigertriever associated with higher reperfusion rates in large vessel occlusion stroke compared to stent-retrievers
Tigertriever device shows higher success in treating large stroke blockages
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 476 patients found that the Tigertriever was associated with a significantly higher rate of succ…
A new type of adjustable medical device may improve blood flow for patients with major strokes compared to standard stent-retrievers.
Intra-arterial alteplase and tenecteplase improve excellent functional outcomes after endovascular thrombectomy for stroke
Adding certain clot-busting drugs improves outcomes for stroke patients
This network meta-analysis of 2,131 patients with acute ischemic stroke caused by large-vessel occlusion found that intra-arterial thromboly…
Combining mechanical removal of blood clots with specific medications can significantly improve recovery for patients with severe strokes.
Liraglutide reduces stroke recurrence from 18.1% to 5.8% in patients with high insulin resistance
Liraglutide reduces stroke risk for patients with insulin resistance
This post hoc analysis of a randomized controlled trial involved 510 patients with minor ischemic stroke or high-risk transient ischemic att…
A new analysis shows that the medication liraglutide significantly lowers stroke and vascular event risks for people with type 2 diabetes an…
Lower aspirin doses combined with clopidogrel may reduce ischemic events in high risk patients
Lower Aspirin Doses May Be Safer for Patients After Minor Strokes
Researchers analyzed data from a trial involving patients with transient ischemic attack and minor stroke receiving dual antiplatelet therap…
Doctors found that taking a lower dose of aspirin with clopidogrel may reduce the risk of serious heart and brain events.
Third-wave therapies significantly reduce post-stroke depression symptoms with sustained mid- to long-term effects
Third-wave therapies show promise for post-stroke depression symptoms
This systematic review and network meta-analysis of 3106 patients found that third-wave therapies significantly improved post-stroke depress…
New analysis suggests third-wave psychological therapies can significantly reduce depression symptoms in stroke survivors over the long term…
In-hospital delays before reperfusion correlate with worse outcomes in patients undergoing endovascular thrombectomy
Time matters for stroke patients receiving endovascular thrombectomy
This meta-analysis of 505 patients with large vessel occlusion strokes found that while onset-to-randomization time did not significantly im…
For patients with large vessel occlusion strokes, every minute counts during the hospital stay to ensure better recovery and independence.
Ischemic stroke patients exhibit distinct gut microbiota profiles and altered functional pathways
Gut Bacteria Show Distinct Patterns in Ischemic Stroke Patients
This systematic review of observational studies analyzed the gut microbiota in 1,957 participants with ischemic stroke. Findings indicate si…
Research shows that people who have had an ischemic stroke often have different gut bacteria and inflammatory markers than healthy individua…
Maladaptive responses to chronic hypoxia at high altitude increase ischemic stroke risk through thrombogenesis
Understanding how high altitude environments impact the risk of stroke
This narrative review examines the pathophysiology of ischemic stroke in high-altitude populations exposed to chronic hypoxia and hypobaria.…
Living at high altitudes changes how the body handles low oxygen, which can lead to serious blood flow issues and stroke risks.
Low ADAMTS13 activity linked to ischemic stroke in meta-analysis of 8,993 patients
Low blood protein linked to higher stroke risk
This meta-analysis of 8,993 patients found that lower ADAMTS13 activity is associated with ischemic stroke (SMD -1.12; 95%CI -1.20 to -1.03)…
People with ischemic stroke have lower levels of a key blood protein. Could this be a new risk marker?
General anesthesia improves functional independence and reperfusion in patients undergoing endovascular thrombectomy for ischemic stroke
General Anesthesia May Improve Outcomes for Ischemic Stroke Patients
This meta-analysis of 1601 patients found that general anesthesia (GA) was associated with a higher odds ratio of 1.24 for functional indepe…
General anesthesia may improve functional independence and reperfusion success for patients undergoing surgery to treat an acute ischemic st…