He had a stroke/hemorrhage aged 47 which caused left paralysis, vision loss and epilepsy. Medication: bendroflemethiazide, celiprolol (blood pressure), atorvastatin (cholesterol), phenytoin, sodium valproate (epilepsy), paroxetine (depression).

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 56-65 >> Interview 22 >> Suffers from ataxia due to damage to his brainstem this results in lack of coordination and balance.

He had two stroke due to clots aged 59. The strokes caused ataxia, dysphagia, dysarthria and double vision. Medication: atenolol (blood pressure), bezafibrate (cholesterol), warfarin (anticoagulant), hyoscine (reduce saliva), Thick 'n' easy (thickens drinks).

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 66-75 >> Interview 35 >> She was frustrated that her husband was not helped to walk after his stroke. He later had some therapy that allowed him to get about the house.

He had a stroke due to a haemorrhage aged 65 which caused left paralysis and problems with incontinence, memory and mood. Medication: perindropril (blood pressure), simvastatin (cholesterol), loperamide (to constipate), fluoxetine (aggression).

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 56-65 >> Interview 16 >> He was given a choice of what to work on in physiotherapy and had mainly focussed on walking rather than hand function which he later regretted.

He had a stroke due to a clot at the age of 55 which stroke caused initial paralysis on his left side. Current medication: ramipril, bendroflemethiazide (blood pressure), lipitor (cholesterol), aspirin, dipyridamole (antiplatelet).

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 66-75 >> Interview 14 >> The first time she stood was in front of a mirror with two physiotherapists either side to help get her balance. She progressed onto walking between p

She had a stroke due to a hemorrhage aged 60, which caused left paralysis, spasms, central post stroke pain (CPSP) and depression. Medication: bendrofluazide (blood pressure), simvastatin (cholesterol), fluoxetine (depression), gabapentin (CPSP).

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 46-55 >> Interview 19 >> He recently started some botox injections to relieve a spasm in his leg and hopes that it may allow him to work on being able to stand.

Stroke at 45 due to dissection of right carotid artery. Caused left paralysis, spasms & painful spasticity. Medication: perindopril (blood pressure) statin (cholesterol), aspirin (antiplatelet), citalopram (depression) clonazepam, tramadol (spasms/pain).

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 56-65 >> Interview 15 >> His first few steps supported by a physiotherapist between parallel bars were wonderful. As he progressed on he learnt to climb stairs.

He had his stroke due to a clot aged 54 which caused right sided paralysis and muscle spasms. Medication: amlodopine, perindopril (blood pressure), ezetimibe (cholesterol), aspirin (antiplatelet).

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 66-75 >> Interview 14 >> Was taught to use the analogy of putting her good leg first for going up to heaven and her bad leg first for going down to hell to remind her how to

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 21-45 >> Interview 51 >> His stick gives him confidence for longer distances because he knows it is there if he stumbles.

He had a stroke due to a clot aged 38 which caused severe aphasia and right paralysis of his leg and arm. Medication: dipyridamole (blood pressure), aspirin (antiplatelet), simvastatin (cholesterol).

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 56-65 >> Interview 15 >> In the rehabilitation gym mobility was graded from 0 to 5. He found it encouraging to look back at his improvement and set himself goals.

He had his stroke due to a clot aged 54 which caused right sided paralysis and muscle spasms. Medication: amlodopine, perindopril (blood pressure), ezetimibe (cholesterol), aspirin (antiplatelet).

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 56-65 >> Interview 01 >> Records his progress in a diary and encourages other people to do the same.

He had a stroke due to hemorrhage aged 57, which caused left paralysis, left neglect and some early problems with speech. Medication: atenolol, ramipril (blood pressure), levetiracetam (epilepsy), paroxetine (antidepressant), omeprazole, (gastric resistant tablets).

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 56-65 >> Interview 31 >> Set himself goals for walking the dog and gradually increased the distance. Having a dog has encouraged him to get better.

This man had two TIAs (aged 56) and a stroke (aged 57) due to clots. The stroke caused temporary paralysis on his left. Medication: perindopril, bendroflumethiazide (blood pressure), atorvastatin (cholesterol), aspirin, delayed release dipyridamole (antiplatelet).

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 66-75 >> Interview 44 >> He asked the social worker about the possibility of someone taking him out for short walks but was told that it was not something they offered.

He had a stroke due to a clot at the age of 60 which caused left sided weakness in his leg and paralysis of his hand. His speech was also affected and he has depression. Medication: aspirin (antiplatelet) simvastatin (cholesterol) fluoxetine (depression).

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Early Care Experiences

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Early Care Experiences

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Early Care Experiences

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Changes to movement

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Changes to movement

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Changes to movement

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Stroke recovery: physical aspects and mobility

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 76-95 >> Stella & Deborah - Interview 55 >> Stella feels that her rehabilitation stopped too soon and that exercises should be provided to all patients, at some level, if they are eager to do it

Stella had a stroke in 2009 and her left side was paralysed. She spent several months in hospital and now lives in a nursing home. Since the stroke she has had several TIAs, which often leave her feeling tired, but she does not remember much about them.

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 46-55 >> Clare - Interview 56 >> Clare talks about her experience with having multiple health problems since a young age.

Clare experienced a stroke while at home with her husband. She had blurred vision which she initially thought was a symptom of her diabetes. In addition to diabetes and stroke, Clare has had lifelong health issues including kidney problems, for which she is undergoing dialysis.

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 46-55 >> Clare - Interview 56 >> Clare has an artificial leg which was not treated properly in hospital. She developed sores and was unable to practice walking.

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 46-55 >> Gavin - Interview 63 >> Gavin was home alone when he suffered a haemorrhagic stroke. With much difficulty he managed to call 999.

Gavin is a 47 year old media representative/spokesperson. He lives at home with his wife and two children. He is not working right now because of his stroke, but hopes to return to some type of work one day. His ethnic background is White British.

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 46-55 >> Gavin - Interview 63 >> Gavin spoke about his determination to get better and how incorporating his interests into his lifestyle helped in his recovery process.

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 56-65 >> David - Interview 61 >> David was told by his doctor that he would never walk again, but in time he has regained some mobility.

David experienced two strokes in 2003 in addition to two episodes of pneumonia. The stroke, which affected his mobility, balance, and ability to drive, led to an early retirement from his job as a monitoring officer for the local council.

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 66-75 >> Susan - Interview 62 >> Susan would use the nurses’ check-list by her bed as a goal-setting tool.

Susan experienced a stroke in 2007 while at home with her husband. Her husband called for an ambulance, which unfortunately, did not arrive until much later. While she was waiting for an ambulance she suffered a fall and injured her left side (hip, shoulder, wrist, and arm), these injuries were left untreated while in hospital.

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 66-75 >> Susan - Interview 62 >> With the help of her husband, Susan was able to “fast-track” herself to rehab while in hospital.

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 46-55 >> Interview 05 >> She describes her stroke as a bereavement.

She had two strokes 3 months apart (aged 43) due to haemorrhages from arterial venous malformations. The second stroke caused right-sided paralysis and muscles spasm. Medication: baclofen (spasms), phenergan (anxiety), phenytoin (epilepsy due to a brain tumour age 41).

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 66-75 >> Malcolm - Interview 59 >> Malcolm talks about his various health conditions, and how they have impacted his life.

When Malcolm had his stroke he initially thought that he was having an angina attack. Malcolm has other health conditions including angina, diabetes, epilepsy, sleep apnoea, and is registered blind.

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Stroke recovery: physical aspects and mobility

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Stroke recovery: physical aspects and mobility

Nerves & brain >> Stroke >> Age 66-75 >> Interview 13 >> Had to give up driving, tried an electric bicycle but felt unsafe. Has now got an electric scooter but has yet to try it.

He had a stroke due to a clot aged 66 which caused left weakness, pain/sensitivity and epilepsy. Medication: atenolol, perindopril (blood pressure), atorvastatin (cholesterol), aspirin (antiplatelet), Epilim (epilepsy), citalopram (anxiety).

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Stroke recovery: physical aspects and mobility

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