Exercises like these help the brain re-wire so it can get the arm moving again. Kristi Coltrane, Occupational Therapist A stroke basically kills part of the brain. It can happen because of a ...

Rebuilding strength after a stroke requires patience, dedication, and a well-rounded exercise plan. Here are 18 exercises you ...

The VITA project is a research project in the field of rehabilitation and is based on a virtual rehabilitation environment in which people with upper limb impairments (e.g. due to amputation or stroke ...

but the stroke's limited that completely," he adds. Ava Coughlan, an occupational therapist, is here to test Michael to see if he is a good fit for the trial. "Lift you arm," she tells him.

It's estimated around 14% of patients recover full physical function with the help of physical and occupational therapy — unfortunately, many will need partial or full-time care after a stroke.

STORY HIGHLIGHTS WakeMed performs VNS surgery for stroke ... occupational therapy – 90-minute outpatient sessions three times a week for at least six weeks plus four hours of home-based ...