For people over 50, cardiovascular exercise is also important. Aerobic activities, such as cycling on a stationary bike, ...

Flossing was associated with a 44% lower risk of cardioembolic stroke, a 22% lower risk of ischemic stroke and a 12% lower risk of atrial fibrillation, according to research presented at the American ...

adding to what's known about the role exercise can play in stroke recovery. "Exercise is a really crucial part of rehabilitation," said study co-author Dr. Ada Tang, a physical therapist and ...

At the University of Michigan Health, researchers are exploring a new way to enhance this method by incorporating virtual ...

A progressively higher-intensity walking exercise program, combined with standard physical therapy, significantly improved ...

Exercise, specifically walking, is an important part of stroke rehabilitation, but the intensity of walking is often quite low. Studies have consistently shown that higher-intensity exercise ...

However, as he is recovering, it’s important to engage in activities that can aid rehabilitation; here are a few brain exercises for stroke recovery that can help improve cognitive function and ...

A protocol designed to progressively increase physical therapy intensity for stroke survivors improved walking distance, ...

New research suggests that adding higher-intensity walking to physical therapy could help improve stroke recovery. Stroke survivors in a progressive-intensity walking rehabilitation program showed ...