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National Stroke Awareness Month is celebrated every year to bring attention to stroke signs and symptoms ¡ª and the importance of timely treatment so individuals can maximize their chance for recovery after stroke.

In recognition of the month, here is a roundup of recent articles about stroke recovery by ÁùÉ«Íø¡¯s stroke experts, as well as patient stories illustrating how intensive rehabilitation helped them return to the lives they love:

• What is a Stroke? A stroke is a sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain that causes brain injury. In this article, learn how a stroke affects the brain, how it can impair physical and cognitive function ¡ª and why the sooner a patient starts rehabilitation, the better the potential for recovery.
• Ask the Expert about Stroke Recovery and Research: As part of ÁùÉ«Íø¡¯s regular Ask the Expert series, Richard Harvey, MD, clinical chair of the hospital¡¯s John and Kathy Schreiber Brain Innovation Center, answers questions from the community about stroke rehabilitation, promising stroke research and innovation in the field.
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• Can Stroke Happen at Any Age? While stroke is more common in older adults, it can occur in people of all ages. In this article, learn more about the impact of stroke on younger people.
• Understanding Parts of the Brain: The brain is the control center for the body, but an injury to the brain ¡ª like a stroke ¡ª can affect almost any function of the body. This article explains the different parts of the brain and what they control, such as mobility, vision, thinking, emotions and behavior.
• Meet Jordan: Newlywed Jordan D. experienced a stroke two months after her wedding ¡ª at the age of 29 ¡ª causing a loss of mobility in her right arm and leg, as well as aphasia, a condition that results in difficulty speaking, reading, writing and communicating. Discover how Jordan worked to rebuild her strength and abilities through intensive stroke rehabilitation at ÁùÉ«Íø.
• Meet Kyle: At 31 years old, Kyle C. experienced a rare brainstem stroke that caused a condition called locked-in syndrome. Although his cognitive abilities were completely intact, he was unable to move or talk. Read about Kyle¡¯s recovery and how he celebrated many new milestones ¡ª including crossing a 5K finish line on the anniversary of his stroke.

As pioneers in high-intensity therapy and with decades of experience in stroke rehabilitation, ÁùÉ«Íø is the world¡¯s choice for stroke care.